Machine Operators

at Leggett & Platt in Morris, Illinois, United States

Job Description

PRIMARY DUTIES:                      

• Monitors and adjusts the calender and all accompanying equipment so rubber sheet remains wrinkle-free and at the proper thickness
• Keeps a record of running speeds, gauge of rubber, and any adjustments made by request of the supervisor or inspector on the “Calender Daily Log” sheet
• Consults the “Product Specification Sheet” for proper sheeter speeds, backing requirements, and product weights
• Adjusts water valves (Line 2) or sets digital controls (Line 1) on the calender to ensure proper rubber adhesion to bowls
• Prepares backing rolls for mounting on machine and performs backing splices when necessary
• Can safely operate the hoist used to position backing rolls
• Adjusts rubber sheet width (trim) as directed by the supervisor or inspector
• Has a working knowledge of the safety devices on the mills and calender
• Assists the strip feed operator when needed
• Keeps work area clean and free of safety hazards
• Commitment to ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to product, process and the system
• Identify and/or record any problems relating to the product, process and the quality system
• Tie the ends of rolls coming out of the wrapper
• Push rolls onto plate at the end of the line
• When not needed on the line, perform other auxiliary duties including, but not limited to, bundling plastic and cardboard, weighing PEG, general plant clean up
• Performing other duties as instructed by supervisor
• Commitment to ISO9001 and Continuous Improvement
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to product, process and the system
• Control further processing, delivery, or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
• Use of forklift to move and open boxes/crates of rubber
• Capable of identifying different grades of rubber
• Can safely operate the small guillotine to cut bales of rubber into appropriate weights
• Understands how to use the digital scale for weighing rubber
• Calculates number of batches needed per work order
• Determines which rubber formulation is needed per work order from the “Rubber Needed for Each Formula” chart
• Loads conveyor belt leading to the Line 2 #11 Banbury Mixer with appropriate rubber
• Loads skids with appropriate rubber to be deposited by Line 1 #11 Banbury mixer
• Provides relief for line dumper
• Keeps work area clean and free of safety hazards
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities related to product, process and the system

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

To be considered for this position, please apply to link below:

https://leggettplatt.applytojob.com/apply/fhBGKAZa5V/Calendar-Operator