Production Worker II, Dept 056- 1st Shift (6:30am - 3:00pm)

At Sunstar Americas, Inc., we firmly believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality, innovative products to consumers and oral care professionals. Our team-oriented approach encourages creative thinking and nurtures a positive work environment and productive relationships. With dedication, hard work, and a shared vision, we can continue to make SAI a leader in our industry.

Join us and become part of our global team, where together, we can achieve success and contribute to a better future.

Position Summary:

Follow work order, work instructions/SOPs, perform duties to operate manufacturing machinery, inspect, package final product, and perform backup Lead Operator duties while adhering to Good Manufacturing/Documentation Practices standards.

Dept 56 -  Floss Threader:

• • Following SAI safety procedures including PPE USE.
  • Apply lean 5s principles.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Following scrap escalation process.
  • Operates floss threader machines by placing the correct amount of floss threaders per case, and envelopes.
  • Packages envelopes and labels envelopes boxes.
  • Gathers material given from work order to start operating floss threader machine.
  • Works at standard work rate while operating machines.
  • Inspects the quality of the floss of any excess flash or split 
  • Notifies Lead Operator or maintenance of machine problems.
  • Able to operate all machines in the department.
  • High attention to detail and has a high sense of urgency.
  • Capable of working well in a team.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Performs daily and weekly cleaning on the machines as scheduled.

Education

• Minimum of High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
• Ability to complete Sunstar Departmental Training matrix and Training Checklist

Knowledge/Experience

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred

Skills  

• Must be able to read, speak and comprehend written work instructions that are presented in English for the effective performance of the position.
• Good communication skills and detail oriented
• Mechanical Aptitude

Abilities

• Ability to read and follow SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions/direction

• Inclusiveness/Teamwork: respects ideas and contributions of everyone
• Quality & Continuous Improvement: strives for efficient, high-quality performance in themselves and the department

What Makes Sunstar Special is:

• A business focused on health and wellness of people around the world
• High Quality Products
• Beautiful state-of-the-art facility
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Corporate Social Responsibility Program and partnership with charitable organization
• Strong value placed on company culture
• Excellent, comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits. 
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee discount on Sunstar products
• 401K retirement plan with employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
• 401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off. Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
• Competitive bonus
• On-site café
• On Site Fitness Center
• Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
• Holiday Lunches
• Beautifully maintained walking trails
• Hybrid Schedule (certain departments)
• Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
• Recognition and Rewards Programs
• Anniversary, Birthday and New Hire Announcements

 If you’d enjoy a career helping others attain overall health through oral health, consider joining the Sunstar Americas, Inc. team.

The employer is subject to certain governmental record keeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, the employer invites employees to voluntarily self-identify their gender, and race or ethnicity. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or terms or conditions of employment. Information collected will be used for EEO-1 reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other personnel records, only accessed by Authorized Users. Information collected will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual. 

The pay range for this position Production Worker II is $16.27 to $21.97. However, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus depending on company performance.

Salary : $16 - $22