2nd Shift- Machine Operator- PolyCycle

THE CLOSURE SYSTEMS COMPANIES INC; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

THE CLOSURE SYSTEMS COMPANIES INC is seeking a manufacturing operator to support material processing and line efficiency. The role emphasizes safety, housekeeping, and adherence to work instructions while performing unloading and sorting tasks with related equipment.

You will participate in changeovers, quality problem responses, and shift communications, while helping train new operators and uphold standardized work practices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical skills to operate technical processes and troubleshoot.
• Must be self-motivated and lead by example.
• Strong safety awareness and housekeeping discipline.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to transfer knowledge to others and train employees.
• Must pass pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example supporting company values and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and drive good housekeeping practices.
• Consult the Help Chain with quality issues and respond to problems.
• Perform daily housekeeping duties and shift change communications.
• Operate material unloading and sorting machines and related equipment.
• Perform changeovers, clean-outs, and order verifications.
• Provide feedback to supervisors and participate in process audits.
• Train new operators on the job and maintain standardized work practices.
• Support productivity improvements and root-cause problem solving.

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:1. Lead by example supporting company values and continuous improvement principles.2. Have a high level of safety standards for self and others.3. Maintain and drive good housekeeping practices.4. Consult the Help Chain with quality issues.5. Perform daily housekeeping duties.6. Have the mechanical aptitude to control and operate material unloading and sorting machines and all auxiliary equipment to process materials or products that meet quality, quantity, and timing requirements by customers.7. Utilization of all quality tools including, quality checks, attribute data, SPC, pareto charts, graphs, performance data, and calculations to monitor manufacturing process performance, and make proper adjustments as required.8. Work effectively as a member of a process team, filling in for others as needed, adjusting quickly to changes and providing support and assistance to other team members.9. Perform changeovers, clean-outs, and order verifications in flow lines.10. Communicate with operators in your area at shift change.11. Be able to perform all other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.12. Communicate clearly in English both verbally and written13. Wear appropriate required safety gear14. Attend work regularly and reliably15. Work flexible shifts and overtime as scheduled or directed16. Conformance to company performance rules such as work instructions, working standards, policies, etc.17. Conformance to behavioral rules, expectations, and company policies.18. Respond to process breakdowns, quality problems and logistic problems19. Follow the help chain when unable to resolve problems in the pre-determined time frame20. Identify problems and record on problem solving boards21. Perform Process audits and respond to the reaction plans making adjustments to the process, as necessary22. Make necessary adjustments and minor repairs to manufacturing and auxiliary equipment, including sorters, blender, regrinder, material handling equipment, etc.23. Maintain accurate records, such as scrap/hold labels, shift productions summary, tool tagging, Gaylord labels, etc.24. Provide appropriate communications and feedback to other RPS, support personnel, maintenance, process specialists, cycle personnel and supervisors25. Maintain and improve standardized work practices26. Support productivity improvements by team members27. Utilize root cause analysis to solve problems28. Evaluate and test improvement ideas29. Assist in mistake proofing30. Identify improvements to eliminate waste31. Maintain and suggest improvement to housekeeping and shop floor organization system32. Maintain and improve manufacturing process performance to target such areas as quality, downtime, scrap, output, utilization, process monitoring, data recording, safety and housekeeping33. Train new operators on the job34. Demonstrate awareness of and compliance with all pertinent safety policies and procedures35. Maintain a professional, clean and organized work environment36. Participate in work related training programsSupervisory Responsibilities: NoneEducational and Other Skill Requirements:Must have mechanical skills at a level that enables the person in this role to operate the technical processes of the Material Processing Department and its related machinery, as well as to perform troubleshooting and problem solving for the processes.Must be self-motivated.Must lead by example in all areas: procedures, policies, motivation, and attitude in our ever-changing environment.Must accept the responsibilities and demands of training employees to meet production goals to a high degree of safety and quality standards.Must have good hand/eye coordination; perception to inspect finished work and verify acceptability of product. Must be able to transfer that knowledge to others.Must be aware of and address issues regarding safety and housekeeping.Must have good communication and interpersonal skillsMust have a High School Diploma or EquivalentMust receive passing status on all pre-employment testing.Ability to operate an electric walkie and lift assist.Work Schedule: 8-hour shifts: 3:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday)Work Shift: 8-hour shift, with occasional voluntary overtime.PPE: ANSI Z41 approved safety shoes, hearing and eye protection as appropriate for work area, gloves according to work tasks, and other PPE as assigned and required.Tools and Equipment: Various hand and pneumatic tools, writing utensils, radios, phone, hydraulic jack, tool and transport carts, rolling ladders, step stools, computer, brooms, dustpans, blade setting gaugeAdditional information:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.Closure Systems International, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.