Operator Level 1

Valéron Strength Films - An ITW Company; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Valéron Strength Films - An ITW Company in Houston, TX seeks a manufacturing operator to set up, operate, monitor and maintain laminating equipment to produce film plies meeting strength and thickness specs. You will analyze lab samples, perform peel tests, and adjust machine settings, all while following safety protocols and maintaining a clean work area.

This role requires good reading, basic math, teamwork, and reliable attendance.

Formación

• Able to follow work orders and instructions.
• Read monitors and perform basic audits.
• Learn to operate industrial laminating equipment.
• Must work in a team.
• Must apply safety rules and PPE.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Set up and operate laminating machine.
• Analyze samples and adjust operation accordingly.
• Perform peel tests and determine necessary machine adjustments.
• Maintain safety rules and keep the work area clean.
• Deliver scrap to appropriate processing points.

Conocimientos

Reading/writing

Basic math

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Attendance

Herramientas

Laminating machines

Electrical hoist

Forklift

Hand truck

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

Set up, operate, monitor and maintain machine to laminate plies of film together that meet specifications for strength and thickness.

Job Description

Set up, operate, monitor and maintain machine to laminate plies of film together that meet specifications for strength and thickness.

Essential Job Functions

• Set up and operate machine to laminate plies of film
• Analyze samples from lab and make adjustments in operation accordingly
• Perform testing (peel test) at the machine to determine necessary machine adjustments
• Follows all safety rules regarding machine operation and proper guarding
• Responsible for taking care of routine machine maintenance and keeping work area in neat condition
• Deliver scrap to the Erema or the warehouse for processing

Job Requirements

• Sufficient reading and writing to follow work order instructions, read monitors, and conduct audits
• Basic math and computer skills to calculate and enter roll data on appropriate forms and perform basic troubleshooting
• Must be able to learn how to operate industrial machines such as the laminator
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must have problem solving skills to assist with trouble shooting
• Must be able to anticipate, evaluate, and consider the consequences of various actions.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect rolls produced for defeats
• Recognize sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes. Work with constant noise at a level requiring the use of earplugs
• Demonstrate good job attendance and punctuality
• Prior industrial manufacturing experience preferred

Work Conditions

• Physical environment: (Dust, fumes, heat, cold, noise, vibration, toxic conditions, work hazards, etc.) Controlled environment, noise from refrigeration equipment, etc. – Activity: Work is performed in doors on concrete floors involving extreme temperatures. Requires safety shoes, ear plugs, and safety glasses. Must be able to occasionally climb stairs and work elevations of more than 20 feet. Work in high noise levels that requires ear plugs. Must be physically able to exert up to 60 pounds of push force and up to 80 pounds of pull force.
• Must be willing to work 12-hours 4 weeks rotating shifts
• Must be willing to perform job functions following set safety procedures

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids

• Laminating machines, electrical hoist, hand truck, forklift, hand held wrenches, utility knife, safety glasses, ear plugs, and close toe shoes.

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