Material Prep Machine Operator

Job Overview

As a Material Prep Operator, your primary responsibility is to support the mission and Core Values of Hoosier Gasket by preparing materials for production runs on a daily, timely basis. Ensuring that all production orders are prepped and processed to press on time for production, meeting customer demands and quality standards according to HGC guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Assuring all factory orders are prepped down and to press on time.
• Assuring that the correct material and thickness are pulled according to the order.
• Assuring that materials are being prepped down to the correct measurements required on the factory order by using a tape measure to verify the measurements.
• Assure thickness is being checked before, during, and after prepping stages and according to the HGC Sampling Table for Lot Acceptance.
• Paying attention to detail and reporting any defects.
• Assuring that materials are being prepped down for the correct Press Areas and moved to that area.
• Learning different materials and thicknesses as well as cutting instructions for each press bank.
• Pulling materials out and into the inventory racks.
• Loading and unloading materials in and out of the inventory logbooks.
• Setting up different material prep machines, such as Power Knives, Sheeter, Slitter, and PSA table.
• Operating forklifts to deliver cut material to press areas.
• Following written and verbal directions.
• Correctly filling out paperwork for each run.
• Ensuring work area is clean and free of obstruction.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and percentages.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to efficiently manage priorities and tasks based on importance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptability skills to effectively manage demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to work self-sufficiently to ensure accuracy and quality of tasks.
• Ability to navigate and resolve internal or external situations effectively and resourcefully.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, co-workers, and HGC Industries stakeholders.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor their work to ensure quality.
• A strong willingness to learn new processes and procedures will help the individual be successful at HGC Industries.
• Able to follow HGC safety and security guidelines when operating and using company equipment and materials.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience a plus.

Compensation

$17.75/hour based on experience.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm.

Location

(On-Site, Indianapolis (Martindale-Brightwood area))

Sign-On Bonus

Earn $200 after your first 90 days, $300 after 6 months, and $500 after reaching your 1-year anniversary with the company.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity
• No Travel Required