Coating Operator (Compounding) - 1st Shift
Job Summary: As a Coating Operator you will be assigned to work on a coating line and may work in one or more workstations including the face unwind, liner unwind, die, main console/winder, and quality lab. You may be proficient on more than one coating asset in a given location by way of cross-training. You will be responsible for supporting machine set ups, changeovers, problem-solving, coordinating quality resolutions, and supporting decisions on machine adjustments. In this role, you will work 1st Shift , 6AM-2PM.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Activities and duties may vary depending upon site-specific needs.
Essential functions of all position may include, but are not limited to:
- Meet production schedules and program production sequences for optimal productivity.
- Follow standard operating procedures and specifications or instructions of higher level technical personnel and monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications.
- Maintain production records and logs of equipment and product performance.
- Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures, policies and practices and consistently work in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.
- Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Teamwork: Assist and support other team members in meeting department and site goals. Participate and share in performing all tasks necessary to run the facility. Contribute and participate in team decision making. Provide support in project work and other special requests.
- Follow all required PPE requirements and report any violations, encouraging others to do so. Correct and/or report all unsafe conditions immediately.
- Perform 5S duties and audits
- Assist in equipment maintenance activities as directed
- Complete All Safety participation
- You will be required to perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager
- Review and follow compounding schedules per requirements.
- Stage materials for base compounding to support F5.
- Load raw materials and set up machines, requiring a high level of precision.
- Unload and receive all compounding associated tankers and box truck deliveries
- Adjust setup and process operations accordingly.
- Accurately compound raw material batches while ensuring adherence to production / process specifications or instructions.
- Perform tests and checks product routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices.
- Monitor and verify quality in accordance with established procedure.
- Keep the compounding area clean following proper 5S guidelines.
- Accurately complete batch sheet report and other production records or logs.
- Perform general maintenance (PMs) and safety checklists as required to ensure effective operations.
- Responsible for labeling, handling, and transporting of hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste.
- Communicate effectively with team members and staff of any issues.
- Understand and implement all quality standard procedures related to role and responsibilities in assigned areas.
Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing experience preferred
- You will regard safety as a core value; serve as role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices, policies and procedures.
- You will need to have strong service and quality focus; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root causes, then communicate / education team in a timely manner.
- You will need to be able and willing to work overtime, including short-notice requests.
- You will be required to show proficiency with computer applications.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3+ years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
Additional Information
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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