Job Description

Position Summary The Machine Operator performs a variety of activities in the production of pressure-sensitive paper. Primary responsibilities encompass machine operation, routine maintenance, and quality control to ensure seamless production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure stock being staged at the machine is the proper stock for the order being run.
• Inspect adhesive coating being used for quality, consistency, and matching order specifications.
• Prepare materials for the production process.
• Inspect and change adhesive filter elements as required.
• Monitor the machine with electronic software applications 
• Operate various powered industrial vehicles and equipment (forklift, hoist, etc.).
• Set priorities for job assignments.
• Perform routine PM maintenance on the coater (dies, gravures, rolls, etc.).
• Report all machine and product problems to the supervisor or manager as needed.
• Assist in machine thread-up / web break recovery.
• Perform all 5S activities assigned in the time frame provided per procedures.
• Maintain and account for assigned tools and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Coating Manager

Skills

• Attention to Detail: Proven precision in operation and quality control tasks.
• Critical Thinking: Proven ability to analyze and solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Team Player: Demonstrated strong collaborative skills to work effectively with the production team.

Abilities

• Math: Demonstrated clear understanding and application of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including fractions and decimals.
• Must be willing and available to train on multiple pieces of coating equipment.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of required machine station(s) prior to obtaining operator status.
• Communication: Demonstrated effective communication is required. You will need to communicate and collaborate with colleagues working different shifts, ensuring smooth shift-exchange and sharing relevant information.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Demonstrated regular attendance is required. The ability to adapt to varying shift lengths and workdays (8-12 hour shifts and occasional weekends).
• Stamina: Often involves extended periods of activity and concentration.
• Time Management: Demonstrated effective time management skills to stay focused, prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity throughout the entire shift.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• 2-4 years of manufacturing machine operating experience.

Safety

• Follow all EHS standards and regulations, facility work rules, and contribute to the safety of all employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Attend all safety training and meetings.

Work Environment This position is in the production facility. Appropriate clothing, eye and foot protection are mandatory, and hearing protection is required in designated areas.

• Constant standing, walking, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Required to stand for extended periods without sitting, as well as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, bending, lifting, handling, grasping, and feeling.

Other

• Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Relocation Eligible: Eligible or Ineligible for Relocation.

Disclaimers The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. It is the policy of Mactac that all employees are employed at the will of Mactac for an indefinite period and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, employees may terminate their employment at any time and for any reason. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status, or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability and Veteran Employer

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