Thermoforming Operator 8am- 8pm (2-2-3 Schedule)

Darnel, Inc.; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Darnel, Inc. is seeking a dedicated operator to monitor thermoforming processes and ensure production records meet safety and quality standards.

You will set up thermoformers, adjust settings, and inspect products with calipers and micrometers, while coordinating with shift teams to minimize downtime and maintain production goals in a fast-paced environment. Strong reading and math skills are required; forklift certification is mandatory, and willingness to work 12-hour shifts in a demanding

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to read measurement instruments.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up thermoformers and adjust processes to meet production standards.
• Record line settings and respond to process changes.
• Ensure product quality using calipers, scales, micrometers.
• Label, palletize, and stage finished product.
• Operate forklift for material handling and prep for next shift.
• Coordinate with packers, handlers, and maintenance during changeovers.
• Prepare quality control paperwork and production reports.

Skills

Forklift certification

Read and write English

Measurement instruments usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

• Primary function is to monitor the thermoforming processes while producing a wide variety of product mixes as per order specification and report any machinery inconsistencies to the Supervisor, Shift Lead and/or Manager. Meet production demands while maintaining Darnel safety & quality standards in all aspects of job performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set-up/start-up Thermoformers and make process adjustments as required meeting or exceeding production standards for the shift.
• Record and monitor line settings and react quickly to any process changes in order to avoid major line disruptions.
• Ensure quality of the product by use of calipers, scales, micrometers and/or other measurement devices or equipment.
• Properly label, palletize and stage finished product.
• Operate forklift to prepare, maintain and retrieve raw materials while ensuring proper set-up for the next shift.
• Direct and communicate with packers, material handlers, assistant operators and maintenance during product changeovers. Provides detailed instructions to in-coming shift at shift change over.
• Report any machinery problems to the Lead Operator/Supervisor or Manager and communicate with maintenance the required machine repairs.
• Prepare and complete quality control paperwork, production tracking and use the scan gun to report production and consume rolls.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain good housekeeping on machines, floors, trash cans and waste.
• Cross-training on all Thermoforming equipment, i.e. un-winders, ovens, molds, trim presses, grinders, tape machines, etc.
• Provides teamwork by assisting in other departments as needed.
• Perform any other assigned duties or tasks requested by management.

PHYSICALS DEMANDS:

• Visual acuity correctable to 20/20 to safely operate equipment and perform inspections.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. from floor to waist height on a routine basis.
• Frequent bending, stooping, climbing, and working in awkward positions while moving materials.
• Safe use of a?utility knife?in compliance with plant safety procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Lighting is good and temperatures will be hot in summer and cold in the winter. Earplugs, eye protection, steel toed shoes and hair nets are required in the production area. Gloves, face-shield and other various types of protective equipment must be worn when working around the Thermoformer ovens.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Read, write and have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken and perform simple math.
• Must be able to read and use measurement instruments.
• Requires the ability to plan and perform a sequence of operations where standards and recognized operation methods are available and the making of general decisions regarding quality, set up and tolerances.
• Forklift certification required.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.