Line 28 Operator - B Shift

Magnera Corporation; Washington (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to work on our cast lines. You will be responsible for product quality, line safety, and adherence to SOPs on the shop floor.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, basic math, reading a tape measure, and strong teamwork. You will train line personnel, monitor paperwork, and support 12-hour shift operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to read a tape measure in standard and metric.
• Excellent attendance and safety record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of product on the line and maintain safety standards.
• Follow SOPs, train line personnel on SOPs, and ensure ISO procedures.
• Respond to lab data and production paperwork as required.
• Coordinate line breaks and housekeeping around lines.

Skills

High School Diploma

English proficiency

Math skills

Tape measure reading

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Line training

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

Education and/or Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent.

People Skills.

Customer Service.

Conflict resolution.

Training of line personnel on line specific tasks.

Language Skills:

Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend English.

Mathematical Skills:Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply & divide).

Must be able to read a tape measure or rule in both standard & metric.

Reasoning Ability:

o Problem solving ability.

o Understanding the use of Trouble Shooting Guides in resolving defects.

o Understanding the cost of production on the respective lines, including cost saving ideas and implementation.

o Knowledge and responsibility of required paperwork, including factory orders, daily production sheets, and customer required paperwork (Cognex data, defect data, etc.)

o Managing the breaks of line personnel (this includes the line personnel letting the operator know if he leaves the area to visit plant 1 or plant 2, or going to the office for any reason.)

o Housekeeping, which includes the line and surrounding areas including the Operator's table, winders, under the extruders, blenders, platforms, storage areas, etc.

Job Description:

Position Summary:

Operators are responsible and accountable for the quality of the product extruded on their respective lines.

Operators are the focal point for safety for the line personnel, customers, and vendors who might be on their respective lines.

Position Responsibilities:

• Quality of the product on the line.

1) Know the SOP of the product being run. Know how to find SOP and train line personnel on SOP.

2) Responsible and accountable for the packaging, and labeling of the finished product prior to shipment.

3) Responsible for responding to lab data.

4) Responsible for all visual defects including streaks, gels, poor edge cuts, misaligned cores, damaged edges, and loose winds.

5) Responsible for knowing, following and ensuring that the rest of the line teams are following ISO procedures.

• Safety:

1) The use and the enforcement of the use of P.P.E.

2) Responsible for emergency stop checklist.

3) Responsible for line personnel, customers, vendors, and new hires on their respective machines.

4) Responsible for knowing, following and ensuring that the rest of the line teams are following SWPs.

• Operations Skills:

1) Must have the ability to run a cast line as required (Level 1).

2) Must have the ability to run more than one cast line as required (Level 2).

3) Must have the ability to run more than one high output line as required (Level 3).

4) Must have high flexibility regarding placement to other lines and ability to achieve output and quality targets.

Must know how to take a machine up from cold start. This includes reading and understanding a factory order, setting up the blenders, understanding and setting up the camera system (where applicable), understanding and setting up the gauge control system (where applicable).

Qualification Requirements:Have an excellent attendance record.

Have an excellent safety record.

Familiar with best practice safety procedures.

Able to complete operator certification program.

Completion of ISO training.

Good written and oral communications skills.

Have a fork truck operations license.

Physical Demands:Must work a 12 hour work day.

Requires standing, walking, kneeling, bending and reaching.

Requires pushing and pulling roll carts and hoists.

Requires lifting up to 55 pounds.

Requires ascending and descending ladders throughout the work day.