Production Assistant

Position Overview
The Assistant Operator assists the Operator in running the machines. They
ensure that material supply, quality products, & palletization of product are
accomplished in a safe & productive manner.

Essential Job Functions
• Follows all Safety Rules. Participates in monthly 100% Safety
Participation Program.
• Works with Material Handler to move product & supplies. This includes
lifting 6" dia. metal cores, pushing core buggies, removing trim scrap
material from overhead winders, and handling 30-40 pound rolls of
shrink film. Uses mechanical hoist to lift jumbos into position for
converting.
• Prepares jumbo roll for splice. This includes pulling back on material
to remove splice and start up waste, using hoist to move material into
position, and loading jumbo onto unwind stand. Palletizes boxes of
product according to customer specifications. May be required to lift
boxes up to 50 lbs. for lengthy periods of time. Prints tickets from a
computer.
• Threads up machine after web break. This includes kneeing, squating,
bending, and reaching through the slitter to thread material
over/under rollers per web path diagram. Adhere to checklists to
make sure there are no flaws in a product
• Will at times be required to lift & palletize products. Weights could be
as high as 60 lbs. Pallets of finished goods are stacked 4 to 6 ft high.
• Monitors pallet counts, cores, & raw materials for the line.
• Must have basic computer skills or experience with computerized
equipment.
• Work with the Operator to keep the line running productively. Will fill
in for Operator at times when required.
• Ensures housekeeping is maintained for a clean & safe work
environment.

Requirements
• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift.
• Must be able to lift for lengthy periods of time.
• Must be able to move quickly & safely throughout the line. Will work
on elevated platforms accessible by stairs &/or ladders.
• Production environment has concrete floors and is not climate
controlled. Must be able to work in the heat & cold.

Other Skills/Abilities
• Has a good mechanical/electrical aptitude
• Good communication skills
• Reading for Information
• Applied Mathematics
• Teamwork
• Observation

Starting Wages are 18.02 with possible increases within the first six months

Background and Drug test required