Thermoforming Operator

Thermoforming Runner

Location: Cedar Springs, MI

Shift: 1st shift

Pay: $20-$22/hour

Summary:

Maintains a running thermoforming machine to produce quality products efficiently and safely while maintaining the department processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilites:

• Observes/monitors operation of a thermoforming machine to detect malfunctions and/or sustained product defects. Knows how to start/stop all stations on at least one machine type (Kiefel or Sencorp) including how to turn on/off oven heaters, cleaning mold and/or plugs, performing lockout/tag-out and knowing when to use it.
• Demonstrates machine safety knowledge (i.e. stanchions, e-stops, pinch points).
• Stops thermoforming machine(s) when malfunctions/defects are found and reports the malfunctions/defects to the machine Operator for resolution.
• Inspects thermoformed product for defects and standard quality conformance and seeks Operators help if machines need adjustments.
• Identifies quality defects by name and example
• Performs quality checks on parts from every cavity every hour (unless otherwise notified).
• Inspects filled boxes to ensure product is packed according to specifications, including size, count, and weight during hourly quality checks.
• Utilizes thickness gauge and micrometer to ensure quality conformance
• Utilizes Magna Mic
• Verifies weight count with help of Packers.
• Creates and scans appropriate labels and applies labels to boxes, including finished goods and recyclable scrap.
• Uses Paperless system to record and track all pertinent job information. If Paperless system is down, knows what paperwork is needed to record and track all information.
• Stacks finished product boxes on skid by hand.
• Helps Packers with breaks to keep machines running when possible.
• Knows the Packer job and can pack at rate when needed.
• Performs roll changes in a way to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Reads and interprets job tickets and packaging guidelines.
• Maintains integrity of contaminant-free scrap material by ensuring the scrap is contained in appropriate labeled containers/bins/gondolas.
• Removes and discards scrap from thermoforming machines.
• Assembles boxes for the Packers.
• Cleans machine and work area daily.
• Operates hydraulic jack lift to move articles before or after packing.
• Inspects and rejects film including supplying samples of both the film and nonconforming part.
• Changes/installs bags on the wicket baggers
• Assists new and/or temporary thermoforming Packers with training as needed.
• Maintains neat and orderly department by implementing good housekeeping practices.
• Shares responsibility with team/department members for quality of outputs.
• Knows how to order film and boxes if needed.
• Complies with safety policies and procedures and reports safety hazards/violations to supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or lead.

Competencies:

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solution; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Technical Skills – Shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Remains open to others ideas and tries new things. Is open to training others as well as being trained.
• Teamwork – Balances and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; puts success of team above own interests.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Salary : $20 - $22