Production Machine Operator (7am-5pm)

Description

Position at New Pig Corporation

Hedgemat is seeking qualified candidates for a Machine Operator who will be dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality products.

This position will work 1st Shift (7am-5pm) at our Altoona Hedgemat location.

Essential Duties:

• Days of Operation - 4 days per week plus overtime as needed
• Mat Operation - Operate equipment, load rolls, perform changeovers, etc.
• Quality Standards - Demonstrate an ability to adjust the process to meet quality standards
• Quality Inspection - Perform quality checks and collect quality data as required
• Production Reporting - Enter production quantities and material usage into Syteline
• Assist Hedgemat line as needed
• Actively participate on the Hedgemat line process improvement team
• Actively participate in lean manufacturing improvement workshops and training events
• Perform all other production-related duties as assigned or directed
• Adhere to New Pig's Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and/or abilities:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Adherence to all environmental, health & safety requirements and the company safety policies & procedures
• Must achieve certification to operate independently within 4 months of hire to achieve PA 2 level
• Computer Skills - PC use including but not limited to email, data entry, system navigation
• Math skills - able to do unit conversions (e.g. linear inches to linear yards to sq. yards)
• Must be able to use basic measurement tools such as tape measures, rulers, etc.
• Physical activity - lifting 60 lb shafts; maneuvering 400 lb. rolls; packing/palletizing cartons up to 30 lbs.
• Product standards - capable of producing all products to standard rate
• Quality System - capable of retrieving and applying all quality information; comply with QMS policies and procedures
• Attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
• Must demonstrate a commitment to all tasks assigned
• Continuous improvement mindset - willingness to share input readily to improve our manufacturing processes

New Pig is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in relation to the application process, please email [email protected].