Production Operator

Production Operator Positions available in our coating, slitting, and chemical operations departments starting at $21 to $24 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift!

These positions also offer the potential for two additional wage increases within the first 6 months of employment.

Web Handler Positions in our slitting and coating departments:

Job Summary:

Associates engaged in coating operations who performs the following essential job functions:

A Web Handler I position is typically defined as having been trained on 1 or more equipment areas within the department.

Essential Functions:

• Performs a variety of production tasks, which include but are not limited to - setting up equipment, adjusting and operating equipment, observing for proper functioning of equipment, inspecting and testing products, etc.

• Accurately performs work assignments and computer transactions that are required to adjust inventory; accurately performs calculations using various units of measure.

• Demonstrates ability to perform any of the various operations within the department.

• Performs visual inspection of all materials used and produced.

• Performs periodic preventative maintenance on equipment.

• Maintains work flow and ensures use of proper materials and tools.

• Maintains a safe and clean work environment; notifying lead operator and/or supervisor of unsafe practices, conditions, or acts.

• Achieves quality and throughput goals.

• Performs work according to SPAR's, WI's, and verbal instructions; seeks lead operator and/or supervisor assistance in resolving problems which are not covered by procedures.

• Effectively communicates with other associates, lead operators, supervisors while maintaining the self-confidence and self-esteem of others; relays information to the next shift; voluntarily assists other associates, and communicates effectively to prevent problems from occurring.

• Completes required verifications and paperwork/documentation, accurately and neatly.

• Participates in training and assists with training, where applicable.

• Collaborates and contributes to the development of new products, processes, and equipment.

• Participates in problem-solving and takes initiative to make changes through change control procedures.

• Responsible for following all relevant regulations (e.g. ISO, FDA, OSHA, EPA, DEP, etc.) and company procedures.

• Responsible for following all applicable waste handling procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

Performs other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent, and previous production experience is highly desirable (preferably in web handling, such as paper or fabric manufacturing, printing, coating, etc.).
• Uses procedures and skills, which require considerable training, to carrying out assignments.
• Operators work per instructions (verbal and written) and consults with lead operator and/or supervisor as needed on matters not specifically covered by instructions; work is cross-checked to review for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions.
• Conforms to Company policies and procedures, Quality Systems, etc.
• Work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, and irritant chemicals; may be required to use personal protective equipment such as masks, uniforms, hairnets, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, shields, etc.
• Physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities should be expected; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items (objects 50-100 pounds with lift assist); requires common physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterity.
• The work involves the execution of procedures which make up a finished product of a broader scope; the component product affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processing.

Physical Demands:

HOURS PER SHIFT: 8 hours Average

Material Handling Requirements*

MATERIAL HANDLING

(per 8 hr. day)

NEVER

0%

REP.

RARE

1-2 times/day

OCCASIONAL

1-33%

1-32 times/day

FREQUENT

34-66%

33-200 times/day

CONSTANT

67-100%

>200 times/day

COMMENTS

Floor to Knuckle

160 lbs.

7 - 50 lbs.

Max. lift is a roll lifted to a vertical position

Knuckle to Shoulder

65 lbs.

7 - 50 lbs.

Shafts/end plater

Shoulder to Overhead

12 to 42 lbs.

• Shafts

Carrying

76 lbs.

7 - 50 lbs.

Push

60 lbs.

30 lbs.

Rolls, totes

Pull

90 lbs.

45 lbs.

Rolls, hand jacks, totes

• Lift assist available for all material handling

Non-Material Handling/Postural Requirements

MATERIAL HANDLING

(per 8 hr. day)

NEVER

0%

REP.

RARE

1-2 times/day

OCCASIONAL

1-33%

1-32 times/day

FREQUENT

34-66%

33-200 times/day

CONSTANT

67-100%

>200 times/day

COMMENTS

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Reaching Forward

X

Reaching Lateral

X

Reaching Overhead

X

For 1.5 hrs. primarily in the Medical/ Pharmaceutical area 2-3 times/week

Crawl

Kneeling

Twist/Pivot with Waist

X

Climbing

X

Vertical climb up to a 24 lb. To a 12 ft. high catwalk

Bending Sustained

X

Bending during cleaning and machine set up

Bending Repetitive

Crouching

Gazing Upward

X

Monitor gauges

Gazing Downward

X

Squat Sustained

X

Squat Repetitive

X

Balance

X

Grasping Light

X

Grasping Heavy

X

Pinching

X

Fine Motor

Front Pedal

X

22 inches high; 12 lbs. of force on a Drum Cart

Chemical Operator positions in our chemical operations/mixing department:

Job Summary:

Associates engaged in mixing or polymerization operations who perform the following essential job functions. A Chemical Operator I is an entry level position typically defined as having been trained in only 1 manufacturing area within the department (i.e. Polymerization, Medical Mixing, Industrial Mixing, Q Mixing).

Essential Functions:

• Follows all safety regulations to include: grounding, bonding, nitrogen inerting, use of PPE, and appropriate use of exhaust vents.
• Wears appropriate clothing to include: ESD shoes, long pants, and long sleeves
• Performs a variety of production tasks which include, but are not limited to: setting up equipment, adjusting and operating equipment, observing for proper functioning of equipment, and inspecting/testing of products.
• Adds ingredients which require specific measurements, addition, and mixing techniques as required by procedures and batch records.
• Performs visual inspection of all materials used and produced
• Operates a variety of support equipment such as mixers, balances, pumps, mixers, mills, granulators, timers, and controllers
• Accurately performs work assignments and computer transactions that are required to adjust inventory.
• Accurately performs calculations using various units of measure.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment following departmental 6S requirements, notifying lead operator and/or supervisor of unsafe practices, conditions, or acts.
• Achieve quality and throughput goals.
• Performs work according to SPAR's, WI's, and verbal instructions. Seeks lead operator and/or supervisor assistance in resolving problems not covered by procedures.
• Effectively communicates with other associates, lead operators and supervisors while maintaining the self-confidence and self-esteem of others; relays information to the next shift; voluntarily assists other associates, and communicates effectively to prevent problems from occurring.
• Completes required verifications and documentation accurately and neatly.
• Participates in training and assists with training where applicable.
• Participates in problem-solving and takes initiative to make changes through the Veeva and change control process where applicable.
• Collaborates and contributes to the development of new products, processes, and equipment
• Responsible for following all applicable waste handling procedures

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and previous production experience is highly desirable (preferably in web handling, such as paper or fabric manufacturing, printing, coating, etc.)
• Conforms to the Guiding Principles, Company Policies, Quality Systems, ISO, OSHA, etc.
• Uses procedures and skills, which require considerable training, to carrying out assignments
• Work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts requiring special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, irritant chemicals; may be required to use personal protective equipment such as masks, uniforms, hairnets, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, shields, etc.
• Physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities should be expected; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items (objects 50-100 pounds with lift assist); requires common physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterity
• The work involves the execution of procedures which make up a finished product of a broader scope; the component product affects the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further processing

Physical Demands:

HOURS PER SHIFT: 8-10 hours Average

Material Handling Requirements*

MATERIAL HANDLING

(per 8 hr. day)

NEVER

0%

REP.

RARE

1-2 times/day

OCCASIONAL

1-33%

1-32 times/day

FREQUENT

34-66%

33-200 times/day

CONSTANT

67-100%

>200 times/day

COMMENTS

Floor to Knuckle

50-70 lbs

20-38 lbs

Drum lids, bags, bales of rubber, 5 gallon cans of raw materials

Knuckle to Shoulder

50-70 lbs

20-38 lbs

Shoulder to Overhead

N/A

N/A

Carrying

50-70 lbs

20-38 lbs

Push

100 lbs

14 lbs

20-200 feet

Pull

100 lbs

14 lbs

Slot die cart

• Lift assist available for all material handling

Non-Material Handling/Postural Requirements

MATERIAL HANDLING

(per 8 hr. day)

NEVER

0%

REP.

RARE

1-2 times/day

OCCASIONAL

1-33%

1-32 times/day

FREQUENT

34-66%

33-200 times/day

CONSTANT

67-100%

>200 times/day

COMMENTS

Sitting

X

Computer work

Standing

X

Intermixed with walking

Walking

X

Primarily within work area up to 150 feet to transport materials.

Reaching

X

Forward reaching

Reaching Overhead

X

Drum lift controls are overhead

Crawl

X

Kneeling

X

Twist/Pivot with Waist

X

Moving drums, mopping

Climbing

X

Stairs to churn and poly decks

Bending Sustained

X

Bending during cleaning and machine set up

Gazing Upward

X

Monitor gauges

Gazing Downward

X

Squat

X

Balance

X

Grasping Light

X

Grasping Heavy

X

Rubber processing

Fine Motor

X

Computer keyboard

Front Pedal

X

22 inches high; 12 lbs. of force on a Drum Cart