Machine Operator

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a machine that produces plastic and/or paper products according to specifications, quality standards, and production goals in a manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE (List in order of importance)

• Follow and comprehend work orders, routing guides and spec sheets related to operation of machine.
• Move raw material rolls from ready position to unwind position on machine.
• Secure end of new roll to core end of previous roll, and advance through machine prior to production.
• Run machine cycles assuring that all parameters such as seals, length, width, blocking, and batch count meet specifications and quality standards.
• Convey order requirements to production line pickers in work cell.
• Ensure production orders are completed on schedule.
• Confirm that box marking, labeling, taping and case counts are correct.
• Palletize boxes of finished product per specifications.
• Place scrap and cores into appropriate containers.
• Perform minor machine adjustments as needed.
• Work under general supervision, referring production, quality and machine-related issues to appropriate personnel.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Experience: Some exposure and experience in operating machines in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Basic mechanical knowledge required.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and management.
• Ability to express and share knowledge and ideas in a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task.

Licenses/Certifications: NA

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Total Number of Employees Directly Supervising: _0__

Number of Subordinate Supervisors Reporting to Position: _0__

VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE (check one)

Can be performed with or without assistive technology:

___ Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact.

_X_ Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm’s reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery.

___ Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures.

Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity:

___ Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts.

COMMENTS

Envision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without illegal discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, gender identity, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, military status or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, and any other status protected by law.

Envision employs and advances in employment individuals with disabilities and veterans, and treats qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position description is intended to convey generally the duties of this job. It is not an all-inclusive listing of duties, and it is not a contract, expressed or implied.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

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Employee must use hands for repetitive action such as (please check all):

WORKING CONDITIONS INCLUDE

In an average workday, employee is exposed to (check one frequency for each task):