Production and Industrial - Equipment Operator

Title:                  Equipment Operator
Location:          Bohemia, NY,11716
Duration:          0 - 12+ months
Shift:                  11pm-730am starts on Sunday night into Monday to Thursday night into Friday morning
Pay Rate:          $29.90 - $32.20/Hour

Job Description
The Equipment Operator, Digital Manufacturing creates custom printed sheets from rolls utilizing digital printing equipment. Performs inline die cut process on printed rolls utilizing magnetic tooling, cutting sheets to variable sizes in following a digitally produced register mark. Finished sheets are slit, stacked, conveyed and ready to be folded. Operates inline vision system and automatic reject system.
 
Responsibilities:
• • Sets-up all computerized digital equipment print production runs using proprietary software application as per Department SOP’s and WI’s
• Sets up automated computer controlled integrated vision inspection system.
• Inspects printed material during production and changes controls to correct printing mistakes
• Creates custom printed sheets from rolls utilizing digital printing equipment.
• Performs inline die cut process on printed rolls utilizing magnetic tooling, cutting sheets to variable sizes in following a digitally produced register mark.
• Creates printed sheets which comply with specifications listed on job order and customer profile and meet quality and construction specifications as defined by the Clinical Trial Industry and cGMP standards.
• Monitor and trouble shoot operations during run and process rejects according to Work Instructions.               
• Responsible for insuring equipment and materials are operated and maintained at the highest standards and as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Follows client approved proofs and associated documents used to manufacture booklets.
• Maintain daily and monthly production goals and schedules proactively relaying any obstacles encountered to management to insure smooth operations.
• Ability to successfully perform roll splicing using the automated equipment.
• Ability to handle and mount flexible tooling
• Ability to vacuum and clean developer stations
• Ability to change developer and toner stations
• Ability to fully understand job associated paperwork
• Ability to fully understand the press schedule
• Assists with make-ready’s associated with designated equipment including die cutter, slitter, conveyor and stacker.
• Assists in all pre and post equipment job operations as directed by the Sr Operator or Lead operator including removal of waste, sheet separation of “crack and stack” sheets.
• Issues, prepares and returns material correctly and in a timely manner for equipment runs.
• Responsible for post-production equipment cleaning.
• Removes and segregates product per established SOPs and Work Instructions
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team
• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Ability to work in an organized manner, paying close attention to even the smallest detail, while maintaining a clean professional work environment.
• Follows all safety procedures when operating all manufacturing equipment or when handling chemicals.
• Maintains the equipment room in an organized manner in order to operate at the highest level of productivity.
• Maintains the manufacturing warehouse in a clean and organized manner insuring that we follow F.I.F.O. inventory control.
• Maintains the equipment area and label storage area in a constant state of cleanliness. This includes putting away tools and roll stock after use, properly disposing of all excess and scrap sheets after each equipment run, cleaning up any scrap that may be on the floor and taking out the garbage at the end of the shift and maintaining the roll stock storage area.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and demonstrate team work when necessary to insure jobs are completed per established timelines.
• Performs all actions as per established company policies.
• Understands and follows all SOPs and Work Instructions that relate to equipment operations on each equipment.
• Demonstrates excellent documentation practices at all times
• Applies current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) in all areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates and drives the Thermo Fisher values – Integrity, Intensity, Involvement and Innovation (The Four I’s).
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

A Day in the Life:
• You will support packaging and manufacturing operations by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting specialized folding and gluing equipment while ensuring compliance with GMP and safety standards.

Keys to Success:
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
• • Designated position for mandatory vision testing every two years
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Printing industry experience
• Must be computer literate and comfortable transferring data and file management
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and identify potential solutions associated with a wide array of constructions
• Mechanically inclined with demonstrated ability to accurately read measurements.
• Ability to lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Detailed oriented.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with internal customers.
• Must be able to accept work instructions on a daily basis.
• Cooperative and professional team player
• Ability to learn new tasks and accept new responsibilities
• Ability to work with confidential information.

Required Experience
Prior experience working with digital printing equipment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Basic computer skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 70 lbs
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as required
Willingness to handle chemicals and work in an industrial manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Able to stand bend without any restrictions
Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 70 lbs
Work performed in a manufacturing/industrial environment
Valid vision test certification required (renewed every two years)

Education
• High school diploma
 
Employee Benefits:
At LanceSoft, full-time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits:

• Four options of medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Contributions
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Other Employee Perks

EEO Employer
LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.