Manufacturing Associate I

Vanguard Packaging Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Packaging Inc. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Manufacturing Associate I to operate and assist in the production equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and process improvements.

You will continuously monitor the product during runs to ensure quality and adjust as necessary, with a Monday-Friday or similar schedule and consistent attendance. The role emphasizes operating production equipment to maximize output and quality, reducing waste by following standards, documenting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years experience operating high-speed manufacturing equipment in corrugated/printing.
• Preferred: experience with flexo presses/die cutters.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to maximize output and quality.
• Follow quality standards to reduce waste.
• Monitor and record production output throughout the shift.
• Coordinate with supervision on maintenance and repairs.
• Adhere to safety policies and good housekeeping.
• Learn other positions on the line to support the team.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality monitoring

Safety compliance

Training others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mark Andy Flexo Press

Mark Andy Die Cutter/Rewinder

Aztek Die Cutter/Rewinder

Job description

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Manufacturing Associate I

Full Time Manual Labor Kansas City, MO, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1100

JOB SUMMARY

Mon-Friday 630a+-230p Flexo Label press operator/Die cut- Rewind Operator a +

Responsible for all activities associated with operating and assisting in the operations of the production equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to processes. Continuously monitor the product during runs to ensure quality and adjust as necessary.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operate production equipment to produce the highest level of production and quality.
• Reduce the amount of waste by following quality standards.
• Maintain efficiency and record production output throughout the entire shift.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Clean at the end of the production runs.
• Assist in the training of personnel.
• Maximize piece-rate speed on tasks assigned.
• Set up the machine accurately by proper setup techniques.
• Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Monitor board quality, including - loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and any other defects. Report any quality problems to the operator and sort as necessary to keep the machine running.
• Work at a pace set by the machine operator.
• Willing to work on any part of the line of progression to the operator regardless of shift.
• Helps operators adhere to production schedules. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
• Read and follow instructions as provided by the supervisor.
• Work together with crew/team in all assigned projects.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Maximize piece-rate speed on tasks assigned.
• Learn other job positions as necessary.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, and Quality Data.
• Turn in equipment work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping.
• Attendance is an essential duty of the position.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 2 years or more demonstrated translatable experience operating and demonstrating manufacturing equipment at high speed in the corrugated, printing or related industry.

Preferred

• 2 years or more of proven ability to operate one of the following at an expert level: Mark Andy Flexo Press Mark Andy Die Cutter/Rewinder
  Aztek Die Cutter/Rewinder