JOB SUMMARY

Operates a variety of production machines as customer needs dictate. These machines could include but are not limited to transfer and pad print equipment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Production

Load and operate one or more of the following machines, as described in the Standard Work Instructions, to meet or exceed established standards for quality and efficiency; spin welder, handle welder, carton, lid snapper, pressure sensitive labels, pad print and other assembly related machines.

• Able to perform all Assembler I tasks at a proficient level.
• Operates machines related to the decoration process including but not limited heat transfer, pad print, pressure sensitive labels.
• Accurately read to ensure that correct components are being used. Inform Team Leader if there are errors in the components supplied to the workstation.
• Competent at loading all decoration machines, including KASE Printer.
• Mixes ink for pad print operation.
• Loads, packs, and provides simple preventative maintenance as directed.
• Has working knowledge of all decoration imprint standards of printing terminology for products he/she decorates.
• Set-ups, runs, adjusts, and cleans up pad print machines.

Quality

• Ensures products and components are packed in boxes correctly by referring to the Bill of Material listed on the work order.
• Visually checks products for imperfections, i.e., oil marks, poor welds, off color, flashing, short-shots, scuffs.
• Performs quality checks at designated intervals.
• Reports all quality and machine malfunctions to Team Leaders.
• All print related quality issues should be reported to the Decoration Team Leader.
• Accurately enters data regarding numbers of product being processed and rejects.
• Ensures correct components are used by checking the work order and comparing to the component being used.
• Informs Team Leader if there are errors in the information supplied to the workstation.

Safety

• Responsible for safe operation of equipment.
• Identifies any unsafe, or potentially unsafe, conditions with equipment and reports them immediately to a Team Leader.
• Cleans and performs minor maintenance on machine. Responsible for care and safekeeping of equipment.
• Wear proper PPE when cleaning and setting up equipment.
• Places refuse and reject material in proper containers.
• Ergonomically adjust workstation to individual comfort level.

GENERAL CONDUCT

• Maintains respectful working relationship with TeamMates and Team Leaders, to promote teamwork and a positive work environment.

• Committed to continual Improvement to raise personal performance to meet and exceeds the standard and to develop new methods to eliminate wastes, improve productivity and reduce customer complaints.
• Maintains excellent attendance as defined in the company’s Attendance Policy.
• Seeks other tasks during downtime and printing machine changeovers, i.e., assisting co-workers when assigned with their duties if they are behind, cleaning machines and work area.
• Supports and complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety and quality.
• Submits new ideas to improve safety, quality and procedural operations that will benefit the company.
• Actively participates in departmental meetings by providing suggestions for improvement, problem solving and offering feedback.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Company Policies and Procedures
• Safety Orientation
• Art Layout
• Printing and Assembly Procedures
• Work Instructions

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare paperwork and understand machine operations.
• Ability to verbally communicate with supervision.
• Must be capable of learning multiple tasks.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability / mechanical aptitude.
• Good manual dexterity and color discrimination.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting.
• Prolonged repetitive motion of wrists / hands.
• Frequent lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Frequent pulling, pushing, and lifting.