Corrugator Utility

New-Indy Containerboard; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

New-Indy Containerboard in Hickory, NC is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and operate designated manufacturing equipment on the first shift. You will run materials through machines per specifications, monitor output, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities include inspecting products, maintaining clean work areas, accurately logging inventory, and following detailed instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Machine Operator experience preferred; strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read tape measure, blueprints, production schematics.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment and be team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operation of various machines.
• Run material through machine according to company specifications.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications.
• Ensure all inventory entries are complete and accurate.
• Inspect and maintain quality of product.
• Responsible for meeting all quality and efficiency standards.
• Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines.
• Test operation of machines periodically.
• Special projects as business dictates.
• Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing environment

Tape measure reading

Blueprints

Production schematics

Teamwork

Self-direction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Location: NC-Hickory (2) - Hickory, NC 28601
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: First Shift
Job Category: Manufacturing

SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for all set up and operation of machines in designated department. Operators may work with computer-controlled equipment or more mechanically based machines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operation of various machines.
• Run material through machine according to company specifications.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications.
• Ensure all inventory entries are complete and accurate.
• Inspect and maintain quality of product.
• Responsible for meeting all quality and efficiency standards.
• Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines.
• Test operation of machines periodically.
• Special projects as business dictates.
• Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment can be at times loud. Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts. Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; vibrations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

No license required.

OTHER DUTIES

Other duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Machine Operator experience preferred; strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions including reading a tape measure, blueprints, production schematics.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Team-oriented and self-directed.