Thermoforming Machine Operator

Job OpportunityThermoforming Operator | Kalamazoo | Hiring Immediately at our Manchester Road locationPosition Description:Operates production equipment according to process instructions, shop floor control, and product specification sheets in order to produce a quality product. Leads the activities on assigned line(s) and is responsible to maintain a safe and well-kept area. Works closely with other members of the team to assure a cooperative and friendly atmosphere with regard to the daily activities of production.Compensation:Starting Pay at $21.09/hr + $1/hr shift differential paid weeklyEligible for pay for skill program to increase pay as you gain skillsAvailable Shifts: 5:30am - 5:30pm or 5:30PM- 5:30AM on a 223 ScheduleSchedule:Week 1: Monday(work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work) 48 hoursWeek 2: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) 36 hoursWeek 3: Monday(work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work) 48 hoursWeek 4: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) 36 hours and so on****PLEASE be sure to list your current/two most recent positions on the application, particularly if you are unable to upload an up-to-date resume.Benefits:Medical, Dental, VisionPrescription drug coverage401K with a company matchNew Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accountsCorporate discountsOur Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.ResponsibilitiesKey Job Requirements:Maintain safe, clean and friendly work environmentEnsure that customer requirements are met or exceededFollow guidelines of sampling procedures and input of data to SPC systemInterpret SPC data and make necessary adjustments within the process control limitationsOperate and adjust machines within process limitations as directed that will produce various plastic parts, maintaining optimum machine operating efficiency and uptimeIdentify and troubleshoot needed repairs of machinery and utilize follow-up procedures of reportingEffectively generate breakdown work orders and document other related downtimesWork closely with process technician and other support staff to assure maximum quality levels and machine uptimeMonitor all blending equipment for proper and continuous feed operation to production line(s)Assist in the training of supporting IP's and other personnelAbility to read and understand equipment manuals and diagramsAbility to read and understand metric system measurementsAnalyze and troubleshoot problem areasAbility to work in fast paced environmentSupply cartons and bags to the ProductionMove boxes of finished product from conveyor to trailers or other staging areasRemove unused and scrap packaging materials from the line and transport them to the Middle warehouse for storage or recyclingAbility to accurately control inventory throughout the entire processOther duties as necessaryCommunication/Teamwork:Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional teamAbility to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust and teamworkDemonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systemsAbility to effectively report shift activitiesSafety:Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and proceduresDemonstrates understanding and knowledge of safe equipment operationDemonstrates ability to operate equipment in a safe and responsible mannerTechnical Knowledge:Demonstrates ability to perform Root Cause Analysis, implement corrective action and understand cause and effectDemonstrates knowledge and understanding of process sheets and allowable adjustmentsDemonstrates ability for ongoing cooperation with Maintenance Dept. regarding equipment operation and needed repairsQuality/Housekeeping:Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliantAbility to be a self-starter and work independentlyCan demonstrate ability to maintain work area in clean, safe orderCan demonstrate proper procedure used to grind scrap plastic for reuseDemonstrates ability to perform quality checks per procedureDemonstrates ability to sort out-of-spec product for regrindTraining:Demonstrates ability to ensure trainees follow established procedures in absence of trainerOperate Equipment:Can demonstrate a thorough knowledge of thermoforming machinery and company specific products being manufacturedCan demonstrate a good working knowledge of the properties of plasticsCan demonstrate ability to appropriately install dies onto machine, according to work order specifications, using clamps, bolts, and hand toolsCan demonstrate proper procedure used to activate machine to close dies and inject plastics into dies to cast partCan demonstrate ability to read specifications to determine set-up and prescribed temperature and time settings to mold or cast plastic materialsAbility to operate thermoforming and/or blending equipment and peripheralsAbility to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as requiredEfficiency:Ability to maintain optimum machine efficiencies and up timeAbility to set machine controls to regulate molding temperature, volume of plastics, molding pressure and time according to proceduresAbility to meet or exceed performance standards and continuously improve upon themInspection:Demonstrates attention to detail focusing on accuracy.Demonstrates ability to accurately identify differences between major & minor defectsInspect and enter mold shot every 60-90 minutesProduct Knowledge:Demonstrates knowledge of FK products and materials and can differentiate between themOrganization:Demonstrates ability to be a self starter and work independently to complete assignments/responsibilitiesDemonstrates ability to organize and prioritize workload as requiredProblem Solving:Ability to think openly and be a good listener to decipher information and come to resolution.Inventory Control/Management:Can demonstrate ability to accurately count, weigh, and record number of units of materials moved or handled, using daily production sheet or work ticketCan demonstrate ability to control or tend conveyor systems that move materials to/from departmentsCan demonstrate proper techniques used to arrange materials/items in specified sequence for assembly and/or distributionDemonstrates ability to safely load and unload materials to/from designated storage areas such