Operator Technician 3rd shift

CENTRAL PLASTICS INC.; Kansas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CENTRAL PLASTICS INC. in McPherson, KS, is seeking a production operator to prep packaging materials, package products, and monitor line equipment for safe, efficient operation.

Expect midnight to 8:00 AM shifts, standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Candidates should be comfortable reading measurement tools like calipers and recording key data.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or equivalent.
• Shift: Midnight (12 AM) to 8:00 AM.
• Must be able to stand long periods and lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery in production process and assist with machine setups.
• Observe equipment operations and report malfunctions immediately.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items manually or with assistive devices.
• Count finished products to verify completion of orders.
• Mark or tag proper identification on packaging.
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
• Clean and arrange equipment.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Record measurements and dates/times to meet specifications and tolerances.

Skills

Physical stamina

Observational skills

Equipment inspection

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Job description

• Location 811 W 1ST ST,McPherson, KS, 67460-3266,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Year
• Other Compensation 1.25 Shift Differential
• Job Category Manufacturing, Plastic Extrusion, Assembly
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

• Phone [phone] Ext 508

Duties include prepping packaging materials, packaging product(s), cleaning work area, monitoring the product and equipment to ensure proper functioning, and abiding by safety standards.

Task

• Operate machinery used in the production process, and/or assist machine setups.
• Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected and notify setups immediately.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using machines.
• Count finished products to determine if product orders are complete.
• Mark or tag the proper identification on packaging.
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
• Clean and arrange equipment.
• On a regular basis, examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Record information, as needed, to ensure the product meets specifications and tolerances, this can include – width, length, coloring, shape, feel (rigidity or flexibility), etc. Also, record the dates and times.

Abilities

• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Observing , receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources (e.g. die cards, order sheets, verbal directions, etc.)
• Inspecting equipment, raw materials, finished products to quickly identify defects, possible causes or other problems with the line and either resolving them within your skill set or notifying your Line Lead.
• Monitoring and reviewing information from the production floor environment, to detect or assess problems as it relates to safety and production.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates by providing timely information them by telephone, in written form, or in person, as needed.

Work Attributes (needed and rewarded)

• Dependability — requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Attention to Detail — requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Adaptability/Flexibility — requires being open to correction (positive or negative) and to daily changes.
• Cooperation — requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Initiative — requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Integrity — requires being honest and ethical.
• Persistence — requires persistence in the face of distractions and obstacles.
• Independence — requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
• Self Control — requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Requirements

Must be willing to work our Midnight (12 AM) to 8:00 AM shift

Must have a High School diploma or Equivalent

Must be a self- starter

Summary

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Experience with Calipers and other measuring devices is helpful.