Thermoforming Set Up Operator - Indiana $27-$30

Responsibilities

• Consistent adherence to all plant safety rules and procedures
• Operate and change tooling on assigned thermoforming machines within prescribed time frames in accordance with NPX ONE standard operating procedures
• Works closely with processed engineering and recommends improvements to SOP’s and equipment whenever possible
• Maintain acceptable standards of Quality
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area and ensure that all personal tools are in safe operating condition
• Comply with all PFS and 5S requirements
• Aid Department Technician, Thermoforming Operators and Packers in maintaining an efficient operating department, and share troubleshooting knowledge freely
• Accurately and thoroughly record all necessary data as required, including job summary cards, SMED and TPM sheets as well as the setup of related documentation
• Read, interpret and adhere to all set up instructions
• Install, align, adjust and/or remove various tooling from the thermoforming machines as directed
• Perform minor repairs and/or preventative maintenance (TPM) as required
• Report need machine repairs to the Supervisor and on shift maintenance. Initiate work order requests where necessary
• Safely and accurately use and interpret precision measuring devices; scales, micrometers, dial calipers, etc
• Assists mold prep as needed to ensure the availability of necessary tooling
• Troubleshoot and identify issues as either mechanical or material related
• Communicate, cooperate and work effectively with other TSO’s on all shifts and with all maintenance, engineering, and production personnel on a daily basis
• Inspect & safely operate all required powered vehicles to include forklift and reach trucks
• Inspect and safely operate overhead chain hoists
• Safely and accurately use and interpret precision measuring devices; scales, micrometers, dial calipers, etc
• Actively participates in company safety programs to include safety inspections, JSA risk assessments, and safety observations as required
• Displays a sense of urgency in completing tasks so that plant and customer priorities are maintained. This includes working additional short notice overtime when required to meet schedule needs
• Conducts food safety and defense self-inspections and reports on deficiencies
• Performs other duties as directed by the Supervisor

Requirements

Must display a sense of urgency in completing their tasks so that plant and customer priorities are maintained. This includes working additional short notice overtime when required to meet schedule needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge of thermoforming processes and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret set up instructions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications