Pre-Fold Machine Operator

Itape; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Itape in Blythewood, SC is seeking a Pre-Fold Machine Operator in the Paper Space department to operate machinery safely, maintain quality, and meet production targets.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, manufacturing experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work in high humidity and heat. Training Monday-Thursday 7am-7pm, then Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm is provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with basic math, written and oral communication skills.
• Manufacturing Machine Operator experience.
• Ability to work in high-humidity and high-temperature environments.
• Must be able to work any shift required and complete safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery while monitoring material, equipment, and methods to ensure quality product.
• Follow work orders to ensure product specifications such as width, length, packaging and attributes.
• Change-over, start-up, monitor, and adjust conditions to maintain quality and safety.
• Perform routine maintenance including cleaning and lubrication.
• Produce and package product at acceptable rates and quality.
• Use measuring and weighing tools accurately.
• Participate in safety programs and problem solving as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Metric measures

Ability to lift 50lbs

High School diploma or equivalent

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Description

Title: Pre-Fold Machine Operator

Department: Paper Space

Immediate Supervisor: Manufacturing Manager

Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

The Pre-Fold Machine Operator is responsible for performing work assigned in the manufacturing department according to the requirements of the process. They must work in a safe, productive, efficient, and quality-conscious manner on all tasks. The employee must be self-motivated, cooperative, and have excellent attendance. They must follow all work rules while performing job duties and utilize critical reasoning skills when solving problems that effect safety, quality, and productivity.

Principle Accountabilities

• Actively participate in Blythewood Plant Safety Program. Successfully complete Company provided safety training.
• Knowledge and practice of all safety procedures in the area
• Operation of required material handling devices and proper handling of materials.
• Operate machinery while monitoring material, equipment, and methods to ensure quality product is manufactured.
• Knowledge of production specifications and follow work order schedules to ensure proper product specifications such as width, length, packaging and all other attributes controlled by the operation.
• Change-over, start-up, monitor, and adjust operating conditions to maintain quality, production, and safety standards on the production equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, including but not limited to cleaning equipment, lubricating equipment, making adjustments, and fixing minor mechanical problems.
• Produce product at an acceptable rate and required quality.
• Package product at an acceptable rate and required quality.
• Use measuring and weighing tools and devices accurately.
• Related tasks as requested by Supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience with basic math, written and oral communication skills.
• Manufacturing Machine Operator experience.
• Ability and willingness to work with others as a team member.
• Ability to understand and work with metric measures and volumes.
• Ability to lift 50lbs., climb stairs, walk, and stand a significant part of the shift.
• Ability to work in high-humidity and high-temperature environments.
• Must be able to work any shift required, including overtime.
• Must complete all required annual training to meet safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Participate on problem solving teams as required.

Note** This position will train Monday-Thursday from 7am-7pm and then go to a Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm shift.