Machine Operator: Forming & Packaging Pro

Unique-Industries,-Inc; O'Bannon (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Healthcare plans

Generous PTO

Family environment

Job summary

Unique Industries, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for its Louisville, KY manufacturing facility. You will set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and maintain on-line equipment, ensuring quality and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include running two forming presses and two packaging lines, troubleshooting, loading materials, and communicating with packers to maintain continuous, high-quality production. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical abilities.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of machine safety and lock-out/tagout.
• Maintain a clean workspace.
• Analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a minimum of two forming presses along with two sets of packaging lines.
• Troubleshoot problems during operation for both the forming presses and packaging line equipment.
• Supply and install all raw material for the forming presses and packaging equipment as needed.
• Monitor quality of product as it is discharged from forming machines and packaging lines.
• Monitor the quality of the packaged product after passing through the packaging line.
• Execute and maintain all WSWD procedures and standards.
• Peer to Peer communication—Huddle to discuss status of production line with shift counterparts.
• Document productivity and losses; complete deviations when setting notes to standard.
• CIL’s—Clean and inspect equipment daily to find and report defects.
• Defect Handling—Complete defect tags for any defects found on the equipment.
• Breakdown Elimination—Tag parts removed and replaced during a breakdown.
• Communicate with assigned Packers to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials.
• Load paperboard rolls onto machine and ensure correct placement.
• Assist the Packers in packing product when lines are running efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Safety knowledge

Analytical thinking

Clean workspace

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Unique Industries, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for its Louisville, KY manufacturing facility. You will set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and maintain on-line equipment, ensuring quality and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include running two forming presses and two packaging lines, troubleshooting, loading materials, and communicating with packers to maintain continuous, high-quality production. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.