at PREGIS INNOVATIVE PACKAGING LLC in Aurora, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Coater Operator (5PM-5AM)
Aurora, IL, USA
Req #1911
Thursday, November 16, 2023
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We are looking for a Coater Machine operator to work out of our PolyMask Plant located in Aurora.
This position is for 12 hrs shift 5pm-5am, 48-60 hrs a week.
Summary:The primary role of a Coater Operator is setting-up and operating a slitting machine to coat rolls of Protective Film to documented specifications and/or winding or rewinding as necessary to ensure optimum safety, quality and production while minimizing cost, energy, and waste in our team-based environment.
NOTE: Training and Detailed instructions for the task of Coating Operation are provided in Work Instruction WP4 - Coater Setup, Operation, and Shut-down.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Support Environmental Health & Safety for the facility, following all current policies and procedures and making an effort to improve the Environmental Health and Safety performance of our facility.
Set-up and operate Adhesive Coating machines to efficiency, quality and order specifications.
Review coating schedule and ensure accurate footage is run for all products
Make quality checks.
Maintain visual workplace standards.
Complete required paperwork including visual check sheets and run condition sheets.
Monitors and maintains quality by looking for defects in the products.
Review shift operations, problems, status, orders, special instructions, etc. with oncoming operator
Safely operate Jib hoists and pallet jacks
Ability to read a tape measure.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on quality.
Prepare for changeovers in advance to minimize downtime
Meets established production goals.
Enters production data in SAP.
Familiarity with Manufacturing or Quality environment preferred.
Working Conditions: Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds and endure elevated temperature level
Actively participate in all Continuous Improvement, Safety and Quality initiatives
Performs housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and safe work environment
Understands and supports PolyMask Quality Policy.
Understands PolyMask Quality Objectives, and aids in the achievement of them.
Contributes to the continual improvement of PolyMask's Quality Management System by following current written policies, procedures, and work instructions, etc., while providing constructive feedback, input, and suggestions.
Additional auxiliary equipment: Possess or learn the ability to operate Forklift, Cranes, Floor Jacks, Saws, Knives (other hand tools)
What we value.
Results oriented
Self-motivated, confident, organized, persistent, high energy
Collaborative relationships
Communication skills - written/oral
Analytical skills/problem solving
Critical thinking & Conflict resolution
What we look for.
Prior experience in slitting operation is preferred but not required
Must have the ability to work in a team-based environment, assist others when needed and lead by example while focusing on safety, quality and productivity.
Must believe in promoting a positive culture within the facility focused on pride, ownership and accountability
Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus, but not required.
Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to quantify results, identify new opportunities, adapt to change and interface with all levels of management
Basic computer skills ( SAP knowledge is a plus)
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