Machine Assistant- 2nd Shift

Colonial Group; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group on the United States packaging line seeks a crew member to support machine setup and ensure quality packaging output. You will monitor quality, assist with stacking and palletizing, and follow safety procedures.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 45 pounds, work overtime on short notice, and operate in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and forklift traffic. Prior packaging experience is preferred and you will collaborate with the crew to maximize

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Willingness to work overtime on short notice.
• Experience in packaging/manufacturing is preferred.
• Able to operate in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup and changeovers.
• Monitor box quality and communicate issues.
• Ensure finished boxes are stacked for unitizing.
• Follow factory cards and supervisor directions.
• Maximize equipment utilization by assisting the operator.
• Assist training of helpers.
• Complete production data and safety reports.
• Report maintenance work orders.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping.
• Collaborate with crew for maximum efficiency.
• Switch duties as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Principle Accountabilities:

Assist with machine set-up in accordance with proper setup techniques.

Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, scoring, folding, print, proper placement/application of the glue, etc., and communicate quality related issues back to operator and helper(s).

Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing.

Able to understand and follow instructions on factory card, as well as instruction given by operator.

Maximize the utilization of equipment by effectively assisting the operator to run the machinery at available capacity and speed.

Assist with training helper(s) with job duties on the machine.

Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to:Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise and Quality Data.

Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.

Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.

Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.

Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.

Work with crew members for maximum efficiency of operation.

Switch duties with other crew members, which may include operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing, as required.

Comply with all company policies, procedures and work rules, including but not limited to safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED.

Lifting up to 45 pounds.

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.

Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.

Experience in folding/gluing machine work.

Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members, and work independently.

Ability to follow instruction and execute written and verbal instructions.