Thermoforming Operator

Job Summary

Operates thermoforming machines, trim presses, and immediate support equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce a maximum quantity of high-quality product with minimal scrap and downtime.

Essential Functions

• Works safely and applies safe practices at all times.
• Removes and installs form tool inserts, when applicable.
• Verifies and documents the equipment settings, process settings, and product specifications prior to start up and/or taking over the line.
• Starts up the former, trim press and support equipment in a safe, efficient manner.
• Operates former adhering to predetermined parameter settings for the specific job.
• Troubleshoots the process by identifying, analyzing, and correcting problems in form, trim, lip roller, and bagging processes.
• Immediately notifies Packers and QA of defective product.
• Inspects finished product routinely and records inspections.
• Accurately records process data including downtime, etc. on daily shift reports and/or project reports and forwards reports to the Supervisor.
• Communicates and coordinates activities with appropriate personnel, both inside and outside of the department including Maintenance, Warehouse, Tooling, and QA.
• Performs Line Clearance at the end of each production run and prior to initiating the following start up of the next job.
• Identifies and labels film, corrugate, and other process materials.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks throughout the plant as assigned.
• Cleans former, trim press, and immediate support equipment and maintains a clean, organized, safe work area continuously throughout the shift.
• Adheres to and complies to all General Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Applies knowledge to improve production processes and procedures within set standards.

Job Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Valid forklift license or ability to obtain a forklift license, and safe driving record.
• Valid State of Michigan drivers license.
• Previous forklift driving experience helpful.
• Previous grinder experience helpful and one to two years of previous thermoforming experience preferred.