Metallizer Machine Operator

Kelly; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly in Newburyport, MA is hiring a Metallizer Machine Operator for the 1st shift. This long-term, permanent role involves operating the metallizer machine, performing changeovers, and ensuring product quality. The job requires reading schedules, handling film through rollers, adjusting speeds, and light maintenance.

Forklift operation and clean-up duties are included. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Manufacturing experience or mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read schedule to determine timing for production changeovers on the metallizer machine.
• Start and stop machine operation using the control panel.
• Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and boats with hand tools.
• Thread or feed film through rollers and adjust wire feeds and line speed.
• Observe machine and product to detect defects and adjust as needed.
• Perform various setups to imprint metallization and handle material.
• Inspect product to ensure conformance and perform QA testing as needed.
• Clean machine and parts between runs and handle material movement using carts or pallets.
• Operate and drive a forklift/fork truck.

Skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Kelly has a 1st Shift opportunity available for a Metallizer Machine Operator in the Newburyport, MA area! This is a long-term, permanent position -

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read schedule to determine timing for production changeovers needed at metallizer machine.
• Stop and start operation of machine using control panel
• Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and boats by using hand tools.
• Thread or feed film through rollers, and adjust wire feeds, speed and line speed of product or machine.
• Observe machine and product during operation to detect defects or deviations from specification, and make machine adjustments to wire feed, speed.
• Perform a variety of machine setups and operations to imprint a metallization, and design onto various film, and rewinding, as well as material handling and finished product.
• Examine, measure, test product to ensure conformance to specifications. Follow testing procedures and operate quality testing equipment. Make pass/fail decision, may consult with supervisors and/or technical staff on questionable items.
• Clean machine and parts between runs (one to several times per shift). Confined space entry may be required (machine specific).
• Material handling of product and machine parts (load, unload, pack, and transport) using carts, pallet.
• Operating and driving a Forklift/Fork truck.

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.
• Follow hazardous material handling requirements when working with solvents.
• Attain thorough knowledge of all product codes, color numbering system, and jumbo tag system.
• Cross train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.
• Record production run quantities following SOP's, job order, and perform quality control checks on
• product and materials.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience within a manufacturing environment and /or mechanical aptitude are preferred

COMPETENCIES

• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn and the Flexibility to work in other departments within ITW ShineMark, NA as assigned.
• Experience with 5S helpful but not required
• Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk, around the machines to perform visual inspections of the product, sit as needed.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to climb ladders and stairs
• Additionally, reach with hands and arms. Hear machinery, fork trucks/forklift, other employees and have ability to talk with others.
• Completing a respiratory clearance exam and using a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.
• Lift, push, pull and/or move up to 85 pounds as needed.
• Our campus is 100% non-smoking and all candidates must agree to comply with this policy requirement.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday - Friday 1st shift 7:00am - 3:30pm

Must be willing to work overtime, 1 to 2 weekends (Saturday and Sunday) at least 1-2 times a month.

COMPENSATION

• $22.00 - $23.00 based on job history, experience and suitability for position