Machine Operator Assistant

Machine Operator Assistant

Baxter Springs, KS

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $17.43/hour

Available Shifts

• 7pm - 7am, Sunday - Tuesday & every other Saturday

Overview

Produce product using high-speed printing equipment in compliance with Safety Programs and Quality Assurance Systems to support the achievement of the site's business goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist and function as back-up to Machine Operator to produce quality product at target machine speeds using safe work practices
• Read & understand Production Order Packet (POP); prepare all machine components for production
• Read, understand, and correctly complete daily paperwork
• Follow designated procedures to requisition or return components & materials, inspect components & materials, install components & materials, complete pre & post production activities
• Assist with set-up and/or change over activities within allotted time
• Participate in Preventative Maintenance Activities as assigned
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Complete assigned duties in compliance with company policies & procedures
• Actively engage in safety programs
• Effectively communicate with team members across shifts
• Assist and train other team members as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience in a manufacturing environment; preferably with a high-speed process
• Commitment to an accident-free and drug-free workplace
• Quality-conscious, oriented to excellence
• Strong work ethic evidenced by enthusiasm, positive attitude, and high energy level
• Well-developed problem-solving skills; creative, out-of-the-box thinker
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb, squat & stoop; reach with hands and arms; and use hands and fingers to feel, handle, push/pull levers & buttons, and operate various tools. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.