Material Handler_Lamination - 1st Shift

Clear Destination Inc.; Spry (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking a Grinding operator to manage the grinding line, bagging, and batch labeling while ensuring quality and on-time production. The role includes assisting with SOPs, data-entry, and participating in safety and production meetings.

Typical duties include inspecting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and cross-training in related tasks. Must be able to work overtime as production demands require and wear required PPE in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or 4 years of machine operator/manufacturing experience required.
• English fluency (read, write, speak); ability to communicate well (verbal/written).
• Proven ability to multitask in a stressful environment, attention to detail, and adapt to changing demands.
• 6 months fork truck experience required.
• Read and understand units of measure; basic math skills.
• Demonstrated comfort with data entry and basic computer skills; ERP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding equipment including Bagger, Grinders and Dust Collector with minimal supervision.
• Enter production data into computer at close of shift and monitor quality throughout production.
• Must follow safety guidelines and attend company meetings and SOP development.
• Cross-train into other job functions as needed and maintain clean, safe work area.

Skills

English fluency

Multitask under pressure

Data entry

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED or 4 years manufacturing experience

Tools

Fork truck

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the overall operation of the Grinding machine and supplying good, quality product with the ability to meet deadlines in a safe manner. Additional responsibilities will include: assistance with creating SOP and other production related documentation, inventory data-entry and cross-training into other job functions as needed. This position requires routine attendance to departmental, production, safety and Company meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 40% Essential: Operate the Grinding machine which includes operation of the Bagger, Grinders & Dust Collector with minimal supervision:
  
  
  
  • Conduct a visual inspection and perform general preventive maintenance of the Grinding area, tools and equipment
  
  
  • Login to computer and review order
  
  
  • Power on Bagger, Grinders & Dust Collector
  
  
  • Bagger operation:
  
  
  • Ensure proper supply of empty bags
  
  
  • Place label on bags identifying batch # and color to be run
  
  
  • Wait for material to come from Grinder
  
  
  • Place empty bag on bagger and allow machine to fill bags to 55 lbs.
  
  
  • Replace bagger with new, empty bag and repeat process
  
  
  • Grinder operation:
  
  
  • Place 1st bin on belt for Grinder
  
  
  • Operate lever to fill Grinder with material from bins
  
  
  • Check for contamination via the Shakers
  
  
  • Fit empty palletizer with skids
  
  
  • Move full skids to warehouse
  
  
  • Enter production data into computer at close of shift
  
  
  • Once all grinding material is bagged for the shift, conduct extensive cleaning to the Grinding Machine and associated equipment
  
  
  
  


• 20% Essential: Adhere to and follow all quality guidelines. Continually check product for quality throughout the manufacturing process.


• 15% Essential: Operate fork truck to lift/transport raw materials and finished products and use impact wrenches/pneumatic equipment while adhering to all power industrial equipment rules and safety requirements


• 10% Essential: Maintain clean work environment by using air hose on all machine areas at every color change to avoid contamination; ensure tools & equipment are kept in an orderly fashion and stored where required for easy access; maintain equipment by reporting any maintenance issues immediately to supervisor and maintenance department


• 10% Essential: Cross-train into other job functions providing assistance as necessary or during downtime within the department


• 5% Secondary: Utilize computer at workstation to login, enter/review production data and work orders as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School Diploma/GED or 4 years of machine operator/manufacturing experience required


• English fluency (read, write, speak); ability to communicate well (verbal/written)


• Proven ability to multitask in a stressful environment (dirty, confined spaces, strict timelines, etc.), attention to detail, and adapt to changing demands


• 6 months fork truck experience required


• Previous manufacturing experience preferred


• Read and understand units of measure


• Ability to perform basic math functions


• Demonstrated comfort with data entry and basic computer skills; ERP experience preferred


• Must be safety conscious and carry out work responsibilities in a safe manner


• Must be able to work overtime to meet operational requirements


• Able to safely perform related physical requirements/demands of the role


• Ability to wear mask/goggles and hearing protections when performing job


• Ability to work from heights

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics below are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Manufacturing Environment: This position may operate in a manufacturing setting with conditions of high-pressure air/steam/gas, hazardous gas/chemical fumes, extreme heat and temperature variations, loud noise, exposure to dangerous machinery, dirty work environment and/or exposure to dust (pigment). The position is required to wear PPE including, but not limited to safety glasses, steel toe/composite boots and earplugs.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, lifting, pounding, pushing and/or pulling. Move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.


• Exert up to 55 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move object.


• Manual dexterity to move material and operate equipment.


• Communicate effectively (write, speak) with supervisors and others on performance and safety concerns.


• Adequate hearing ability to receive work instruction and to respond to changes in work environment.


• Attention to detail to complete work assignments.


• Time management to comply with scheduled work time and maintain productivity requirements.


• Ability to understand and abide safety policies and maintain a safe work environment. Ability to move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.

The above are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job described. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.