machine operator

FXI; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

FXI is seeking a baler operator to support loads of scrap foam and materials in a manufacturing setting in Texas. The role requires operating a baler, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring proper packing of finished bales with strapping wire.

Responsibilities include keeping the baler area organized per 5S standards, mentoring new employees, and promptly reporting any nonconforming product to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be able to do simple math calculations and fill out production reports.
• Must have good manual dexterity.
• Must be able to read, understand, and comply with established company and plant policies.
• Must be able to pass the required skills test and training evaluation checklist for the baler position

Responsibilities

• Load scrap foam, skins, and/or fabric into baler and ensure finished bales are properly packed and contained with strapping wire.
• Keep baling machine operational and clean; maintain 5S standards.
• Mentor new employees and communicate with supervisor about nonconforming product.

Skills

Math skills

Manual dexterity

Reading comprehension

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview: FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI’s foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI’s innovations lead the way! Won’t you join us?

Responsibilities

• Loads scrap foam, skins, and/or fabric into baler.
• Continually supplies baling machine with scrap and ensures that finished bales are properly pack and contained with strapping wire.
• Keeps machine operational and clean.
• Procedures such as sops, seps, etc.
• Keep your area clean and organized throughout the shift in accordance with 5s standards.
• Mentor new employees
• Keep your area clean and organized throughout the shift in accordance with 5s standards.
• Communicate with supervisor when mon-conforming product.
• Stops production to correct quality problems.
• Environmental aspect and impact awareness.
• Report any inconsistency or nonconformance on the product and participate in the corrective/preventive actions process. Qualifiations:

Qualifications

• High School and/or Equivalent (desirable)
• Must have the ability to do simple math calculations and fill out production reports Must have good manual dexterity.
• Must be able to read, understand, and comply with established company and plant policies
• Must be able to pass the required skills test and training evaluation checklist for the baler position