Production Associate

Ht Recharge; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Sparks, Nevada seeks a Press Operator responsible for operating and troubleshooting machinery on the shop floor. The role involves monitoring alarms, performing quality checks, and effectively collaborating in a fast-paced team environment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot automated machinery. A commitment to safety and teamwork is essential. This position may require flexibility with shifts and attendance reliability.

Qualifications

• Fast paced, high intensity teamwork environment.
• Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned.
• Self-motivated with enthusiasm and drive.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot multiple pieces of ancillary equipment and machines.
• Monitor and respond to machine alarms and perform quality checks.
• Participate in documentation control and complete required logs.

Skills

Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose automated production machinery

Team player

Reliability and attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports production on the shop floor by operating and troubleshooting multiple pieces of ancillary equipment and machines. Press Operators assist in housekeeping and material/scrap transport as well. Press Operators monitor and respond to machine alarms engaging in basic troubleshooting and repairs. Press Operators perform quality checks as well and work in a fast-paced team environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Undertake all duties and responsibilities in full accordance with the company’s Health & Safety Policy and Procedures
• Monitor and troubleshoot support machinery (Flexlink, AGV Unloader, Sorters/Loaders, Stacker and iCarts)
• Know the troubleshooting guides and basic HMI operations of the support equipment.
• Handle wash trays with another team member and repair nests (full, partial, rejected and empty wash trays).
• Process reject wash trays and obtain samples per policy. Reinsert or dump depending on results.
• Dumping scrap barrels from redraws, cupper, flexlink and sorters.
• Ability to clear cascade jams and restart the equipment.
• Familiar with all of the Quality procedures (containment, reintroduction, can inspections).
• Operate equipment such as forklift and RICO to dump scrap hoppers and move coils.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as picking up cans, mopping, cleaning out equipment and enclosures
• Replace and move waste collection totes via forklift and know hazardous waste label requirements
• Change out and replace Renoform oil barrel on the emulsion systems.
• Operate manual push trolleys on Line 5 moving a stack of wash trays from loader to washer or return conveyor to loader
• Participate in documentation control and completing required logs
• Escalate any issues that can’t be resolved to the Press Tech and Production Supervisor
• Follow all documented processes and procedures to maintain standard work / best practices adherence.
• Adhere to all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and follow all safety processes and protocols

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Fast paced, high intensity teamwork environment
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose automated production machinery
• Ability to actively listen and read comprehensive documents
• Flexible and willing to perform other tasks as assigned
• Team player, dedicated to overall company performance and the ability to get along with others
• Self-motivated with enthusiasm and drive; able to work independently as needed
• Reliable attendance on-site required
• Ability to work various shifts if needed, to support a 24/7 operation
• Must be at least 18 years or older

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, lift and crouch very frequently
• Ability to reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, use tools and equipment, manipulate, handle or feel small parts for inspection
• Occasionally required to sit in order to work on a computer
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 35lbs. frequently
• Ability to inspect small parts visually and with the use of magnifying equipment
• Strong depth perception to set up equipment and to operate forklifts
• Use of ladders and stairs frequently to access cascades or flexlink