Extrusion Assistant Operator/Winder (Day Shift Continental)

Pregis LLC; Marysville (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis is seeking an Extrusion Assistant Operator/Winder in Michigan. You will assist in operating converting machines to ensure safety, quality, and throughput, and support the winder with downstream tasks. The role requires adherence to PPE and safety guidelines, and cooperation with team members during 12-hour Continental Shift.

The position involves standing for long periods, occasional heavy lifting, and attention to production targets with potential overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating assigned converting machine(s) to meet safety, quality and throughput standards.
• Follow PPE requirements and company safety guidelines at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area and monitor production quality and output.
• Assist with data entry and production reporting as needed.
• Support troubleshooting and operator duties to minimize downtime and waste.
• Report defects promptly and participate in safety trainings as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Extrusion Assistant Operator/Winder

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Department: Extrusion

Summary of Job

Responsible for assisting in the operation of assigned converting machine(s) ensuring product adheres to company standard of safety, quality, and throughput.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis’ core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation.
• Adheres to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements

Housekeeping throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment. Physical and visual inspection of product is required to prevent non-conforming goods. Promptly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members. Maintains appropriate level of production supplies/ materials as required, to ensure next shift personnel incur minimal downtime. Continuously monitor machine operation to ensure accurate product measurements and quality are being maintained. Meets or exceeds production rates, minimize waste levels and meets all customer requirements. Focus on downstream winder, ensuring that product is allocated properly Occasionally assisting Operator with entering production reporting data into machine computer accurately. Separates scrap by color coding appropriately Operates core cutting machine, vacuum lift, and pallet jack. Acquires knowledge/ skills of Machine Operator to better assist and troubleshoot when needed. Attends meetings and completes safety trainings as required. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship to the business.

Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.
• Promote positive teamwork culture
• Ability to communicate with team effectively and respectfully, including during shift transition
• Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment
• Inside work
• Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
• Humidity may exceed 80%
• Noise may exceed 85dB+

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)
• Occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents, voice- assisted as needed

Position Type

• Full time
• S shift work (Continental Shift, 2 Week Cycle, 12 Hour Shifts 6PM-6AM)
• Overtime expected per business demand

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing preferred

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.
Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC

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