Auditing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Data Entry, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Procedure Development, Production Machining, Production Systems, Quality Monitoring, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Lead/Manager, Time Management
Introduction:
Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this 1st Shift Machine Operator position that is fully onsite in Montgomeryville, PA. This position is a contract opportunity.
1st shift schedule: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM Monday - Thursday
Position Summary:
To perform various finishing processes on plastic cards and sheets using specialized machinery.
Responsibilities:
- Operate production machinery while continuously monitoring the quality of output and machine performance.
- Make machine adjustments using company-supplied hand tools and other supplies as needed to ensure product quality and production speed.
- Complete various paperwork and data entry as required by ISO or department procedures.
- Review the job jacket and approved proof for each job to determine customer specifications, such as raw material requirements, type of finish, type of application, and stamping process.
- Communicate all pertinent issues as they relate to quality, production or maintenance directly to the production lead or Process Team Coach.
- Identify, evaluate and initiate corrective action on any aspect of machinery operations, seeking assistance or advice as needed.
- Ensure that all pertinent information related to shift carry-over, including job and machine status, is conveyed to the incoming operators during shift transitions.
- Perform routine operator maintenance of machinery.
- Operate and setup (in some cases) various types of specialized finishing equipment in accordance with job specifications and material requirements.
- Support the plant-wide 5S continuous improvement program by engaging in scheduled operator audits and conducting action improvement items in accordance with the guidance and direction provided by Process Team Coaches and 5S leaders.
- Engage and interface with the production floor supervision system in a timely manner that accurately reflects the various machine status changes that may occur during a shift.
- Assist other operators as needed, including providing machine coverage during breaks and lunch.
- Assist in other departments as production needs dictate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Ability to comprehend, speak, write and read English
- Basic math skills
- Knowledge of basic hand tools, as well as calipers
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Ability to interpret and work from established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Ability to work and communicate effectively and courteously with coworkers
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Experience operating production machinery is preferred
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Visium Resources is an award-winning employment firm with a mission to match talented individuals with highly successful organizations. At Visium, our company's success is based on your success. When you work with us, you are never 'just a number'. You are our most important asset. Here, you will know us by name through our regular visits to client sites and even occasional luncheons. We will always be there when you need assistance and will always go the extra mile to ensure that you are as successful as possible. Whether you're looking for contract, contract-to-hire or permanent opportunities, we firmly believe there is no employment agency that will work harder for you than Visium.
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