Extrusion Operator 8p-8a

Job Title: Machine Operator

Classification: Hourly

Reports To: Extrusion NTL

Department: Extrusion                

Summary of Job

Responsible for monitoring the operation of assigned machine(s) ensuring product adheres to company standard of safety, quality, and throughput.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis’ core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation.

Adheres to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements

Housekeeping throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment.Physical and visual inspection of product is required to prevent non-conforming goods. Promptly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members.Maintains appropriate level of production supplies/ materials as required, to ensure next shift operators incur minimal downtime.Continuously monitor machine operation to ensure accurate product measurements and quality are being maintained.Meets or exceeds production rates, minimize waste levels and meets all customer requirements.Sets up and adjusts rewinders.Neatly palletizes skids with finished products.Enters production reporting data into machine computer accurately.Separates scrap into appropriate film-type gaylord.Operates core cutting machine, vacuum lift and pallet jack.Acquires knowledge/ skills of Set-up Technicians to better assist and troubleshoot when needed.Attends meetings and completes safety trainings as required.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.

Promote positive teamwork culture

Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition

Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.

Environment

Exposure to moving equipment

Inside work

Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit

Humidity may exceed 80%

Noise may exceed 85dB+

Physical Characteristics

Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%

Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50lbs

Occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents

Position Type

Full time

Shift work 8-8

Overtime expected per business demand

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 1 year manufacturing preferred