Collator Machine Operator

Description Position at Wilsonart Pay Starts at $25.47 + Shift Premium

JOB SUMMARY Characteristics of the Class: Prepare raw materials to be decollated at specified lengths. While focusing on visual quality, make sure machine is running properly at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Obtain production schedules from the computer or Foreman to determine what material is needed.
2. Make sure material is cut to specified lengths as designated by Product Quality Department.
3. Continually monitor raw materials for visual quality and line up, make any necessary adjustments.
4. Thread machine up; make splices and re-thread machine as needed.
5. Change out pallets and make sure corresponding ORACLE tags are placed in each completed pallet.
6. Set up rolls and pallets for oncoming crew.
7. Follow all ISO procedures as written.
8. Make sure all computer work and paperwork has been accurately completed.
9. Regular attendance required.
10. Maintain neat, accurate, and complete logs.

Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

1. Operation of equipment and machinery in a safe manner.
2. Knowledge of the safety standards applicable to the Production areas and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work standards.
3. Ability to operate lift truck equipment.
4. Math and calculator skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to lead others in a team environment to accomplish department goals.
6. Ability to work with minimum supervision.
7. Ability to read a tape measure.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: High School Graduate or GED EXPERIENCE: One year of work experience to include 6 months of decorative collating experience. (If no candidates possess this experience, the company will accept 6 months experience in Melamine, Assembly or Pressing) Have a working knowledge of computers and all relevant Oracle transactions.

WORKING CONDITIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy work. Tasks involves pushing / pulling of material up to 100lbs, lifting up to 85lbs from floor to mid-thigh, lift up to 50lbs from mid-thigh to shoulder, lift 40lbs from shoulder to overhead, carry up to 135lbs and standing and walking during a minimum ten hour shift.

ENVIRONMENT: Located in an environment with regular exposure to fumes or odors, temperature extremes, or loud noises which cause noticeable discomfort or moderate risk of accident or illness. Examples: engineering, waste mgt, laundry workers and yards/grounds staff

Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.