Machine Operator - Pads/Blankets

Filtration Group; York (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay starting at $17/hour

Health insurance

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Filtration Group in York, South Carolina, is on a mission to make the world safer and healthier. They are looking for a Machine Operator in the pads/blankets department. The role includes operating machinery, monitoring production quality, and training new operators.

Benefits include a starting pay of $17/hour, family leave, health insurance, and training opportunities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and the ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 20 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate in three or more departments on critical equipment.
• Knowledge of company products and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Monitor production quality standards.
• Train new operators.
• Maintain clean work area.

Skills

Ability to operate in three or more departments

Attention to detail

Good manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Finishing is on a mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Finishing is part of Filtration Group. Filtration Group is a global market-leading provider of filtration consumables that drives innovation and delivers solutions across a broad spectrum of applications and end-markets, with a focus on life sciences, indoor air quality and industrial technologies. Finishing is looking for a Machine Operator in our pads/blankets department in York, South Carolina.

Responsibilities

About the Role:

Position Summary:

• Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Operate one or more pieces of machinery across multiple departments.
  • Perform operations efficiently and safely with minimal supervision.
  • Monitor production to assure quality standards are met.
  • Able to train new operators.
  • Be able to shift between departments based on demand fluctuations in critical positions.
  • Assist Group Lead with ensuring the department follows the production schedule.
  • Provide coverage in the absence of Group Leads for supervisory responsibilities when necessary.
  • Start and stop machine at specified intervals. Operate machine(s) per specifications at standard efficiency.
  • Perform set-up duties and make minor equipment adjustments as agreed upon with Maintenance.
  • Immediately stop malfunctioning equipment and notify supervisor or mechanic that repairs or adjustments are necessary.
  • Report to supervisor any situation where the operation deviates from acceptable quality, production or safety standards.
  • Monitor raw material usage and report excessive loss to the supervisor.
  • Document daily production, as required.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area and keep equipment cleaned at all times.
  • Follow all company rules and regulations, per the Employee Handbook or department policy.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Must be able to lift 20 pounds overhead.
  • Must be able to learn to operate machinery via PLC interface.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Benefits:

• Pay starting at $17/hour
• Family leave
• Health and wellness benefits
• Health insurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Inclusive and engaged workplace culture

Qualifications

Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate in three or more departments on critical equipment.
• Knowledge of company products and procedures.
• Customer focused with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work overtime on short notice.
• Able to reach, bend, lift (up to 20 lbs.), twist, squat, push and pull.
• Good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.