High school diploma or GED diploma.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and perform basic math computations as needed.
Previous Power Industrial Truck experience preferred.
Ability to lift heavy loads and transfer them manually.
Previous Machining experience preferred but not required.
Have basic mechanical aptitude.
Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of protective gear) Ability to read machine manual.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical degree is a plus.
2 years previous experience as a machine operator.
Good understanding of how production equipment works.
Knowledge of basic safety rules and precautionary measures.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor the progress of bags being run, making sure hourly samples are taken in order to inspect quality, catch any defects and unnecessary waste.
Machine changeovers/order changes and ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
Operate production equipment, 2-4 machines.
Meet weekly production goals.
Maintain raw material levels on machine - paper, paste/glue and ink.
Keep the worksite clean to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.
Review and follow manufacturing manuals to build machinery.
Transfer equipment, raw product, and finished product manually or with forklift trucks.
Follow the company’s safety and quality guidelines.
Clean, repair machines and perform preventive maintenance.
Complete daily – Activity log, preventive maintenance, waste, quality and production report.
Ability to load trailers with finished product to ship.
Ability to unload trailer with raw material.
Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle.
Feed/Thread raw material or parts to machines.
Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools.
Test operation of machines periodically.
Fix machine issues that occur during the shift, escalate large issues to upper management.
Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws to quality.
Assist catching bundles and prepare skids for shipment.
Lead team members when issues arise and when processes are not being followed.
Holds team(shift) accountable for all implemented KPI’s.
Other miscellaneous duties assigned by management.
Additional Tasks
Treats all Eco Pack stakeholders with dignity and respect.
Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect staff and themselves.
Maintains confidentiality of protected production information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.
Reports any retaliation or discrimination to supervisor or production manager.
Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the plant's emergency plan.
Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and safety competency.
Follow all plant established safety guidelines.
Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
Ability to lift and carry at least 50lbs.
Ability to move light to moderately heavy objects.
Ability to handle tools and equipment.
Ability to work under tight schedules in high pressure situations.
as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal
This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the Plant Manager. Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on the Production Team by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This job description will be reviewed and/or revised by the Plant Manager annually and as needed.
Individual performance will be evaluated using the following scale:
Unsatisfactory: Achieves results which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated.
Needs Improvement: Achieves results which are less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competent performer. May be new to job or need skill development.
Meets Standards: Achieves results which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level of performance.
Exceeds Standards: Achieves results which usually exceed the standards identified for the performance factors rated.
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