Decorator Operator

Silver King Beverage Co; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver King Beverage Co in Salt Lake City is seeking a reliable operator to run and maintain the can decoration line, applying labels, prints, or coatings according to specs and quality standards.

You will set up equipment for different can sizes, monitor color registration and coating thickness, perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and uphold food safety and workplace safety guidelines while coordinating with the production team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in can decoration or packaging lines is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and quality specs.
• Proficient with basic computer software for recordkeeping and monitoring output.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the decoration machinery used in the can-making process.
• Set up machines for specific can sizes, labels, or prints and adjust for alignment or thickness.
• Monitor production to ensure decoration meets quality standards and take corrective action as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, minor repairs) and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Follow safety protocols and comply with relevant regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Document production output, machine performance, and any issues; report deviations to supervisor.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure smooth production flow and communicate needs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute ideas to optimize the decoration process.

Skills

Machine operation

Setup & adjustments

Quality control

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Safety & compliance

Documentation & reporting

Collaboration & communication

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used in the decoration process of can manufacturing. Play a crucial role in ensuring that cans are properly decorated with labels, prints, or coatings according to the specifications and quality standards set by the company.

• Machine Operation: Operate and control the decoration machinery used in the can-making process. This may include equipment such as printing machines, labeling machines, coating machines, or other automated systems.
• Setup and Adjustments: Set up the machines for specific can sizes, labels, or prints. Make necessary adjustments to ensure proper alignment, color registration, or coating thickness.
• Quality Control Monitor the production process to ensure that the decoration meets the required quality standards. Inspect decorated cans for defects, such as misalignment, smudging, or color variations. Take corrective actions when necessary to maintain product quality.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform routine maintenance tasks on the decoration machinery, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs. Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify malfunctions, and resolve them in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment. Adhere to all relevant regulations and standards related to can manufacturing, decoration processes, and workplace safety.
• Documentation and Reporting: Keep detailed records of production output, machine performance, and any issues encountered during the decoration process. Report any equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or deviations from the standard operating procedures to the supervisor or maintenance team.
• Collaboration and Communication: Coordinate with other team members, such as machine operators, technicians, or supervisors, to ensure smooth production flow. Communicate effectively regarding production schedules, material requirements, or any other relevant information.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, such as reducing waste, increasing efficiency, or enhancing quality. Suggest and implement innovative ideas to optimize the decoration process.

Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used in the decoration process of can manufacturing. Play a crucial role in ensuring that cans are properly decorated with labels, prints, or coatings according to the specifications and quality standards set by the company.

• Machine Operation: Operate and control the decoration machinery used in the can-making process. This may include equipment such as printing machines, labeling machines, coating machines, or other automated systems.
• Setup and Adjustments: Set up the machines for specific can sizes, labels, or prints. Make necessary adjustments to ensure proper alignment, color registration, or coating thickness.
• Quality Control Monitor the production process to ensure that the decoration meets the required quality standards. Inspect decorated cans for defects, such as misalignment, smudging, or color variations. Take corrective actions when necessary to maintain product quality.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform routine maintenance tasks on the decoration machinery, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs. Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify malfunctions, and resolve them in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment. Adhere to all relevant regulations and standards related to can manufacturing, decoration processes, and workplace safety.
• Documentation and Reporting: Keep detailed records of production output, machine performance, and any issues encountered during the decoration process. Report any equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or deviations from the standard operating procedures to the supervisor or maintenance team.
• Collaboration and Communication: Coordinate with other team members, such as machine operators, technicians, or supervisors, to ensure smooth production flow. Communicate effectively regarding production schedules, material requirements, or any other relevant information.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, such as reducing waste, increasing efficiency, or enhancing quality. Suggest and implement innovative ideas to optimize the decoration process.

Food Safety

Responsible and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues; and empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work. If this position is vacant for any significant period of time the obligation for completion of all food safety and quality related tasks will become the responsibility of the direct manager or a qualified designee.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills/Knowledge

Has learned the basic skills and routine tasks necessary. Beginning to learn advanced skills and gaining an understanding of the total process flow.

Computer Skills

Must have basic knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Demands

The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, and controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.