Utility Operator - Finishing - Day Shift (3 Day/12 Hour)

Southern Champion Tray Llc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Champion Tray is seeking a Utility Operator for the finishing area on a day shift in Chattanooga, TN. The role supports multiple departments, including Web Cutting, Die Shop, and Baler, ensuring continuous operation and safety.

Primary duties include back-up coverage, equipment operation, and training across areas to improve efficiency. Strong English, basic computer skills, and a GED are required for success in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to read/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Serve as back-up for key positions to ensure continuous operation.
• Train and develop across multiple departments including Web Cutting, Die Shop, Stock Puller and Baler Operation.
• Maintain and operate Gluer, Die Shop, Web Cutter and related automation with focus on safety and quality.
• Support material handling, scheduling, and data entry for shop floor activities.
• Ensure adherence to SCT safety policies and operating standards.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Web Cutter(s)

Gluers

In-Line Window Machines

Baler

Automation

Job description

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Utility Operator - Finishing - Day Shift (3 Day/12 Hour)

Chattanooga, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4061

All jobs at Southern Champion Tray (SCT) require Team members to act in accordance with the shared Core Values and Operating principles of the company as they perform specific job functions. These include:

• Trustworthy – We strive for our actions to match our words in all our relationships.
• Servant – Hearted – We enable and empower our team to serve the needs of our customers, team members, and community.
• Relational – We build healthy relationships while fostering an environment of compassion, balance, accountability, and personal and professional growth.
• Resourceful – We value strategic insourcing, first looking to create solutions internally, and then looking to apply that knowledge to future opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: The Utility Operator will serve as back-up for key positions across the site during both planned and unplanned absences to ensure continuous operation.

Additionally, the Utility Operator will be the primary point of contact within the Gluer Department and Die Shop however, will have the expectation to train and develop across multiple departments and areas to include but not limited to Web Cutting, Die Shop, Stock Puller and Baler Operation.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Assist in managing Die Shop operations which includes pin cylinder preparation, die chase loading and unloading, die maintenance, and inventory management of die components
• Train and develop on the operation, setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Web Cutter(s), Gluers, In-Line Window Machines, and associated Automation
• Maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems. Modify computer-controlled robot movements based on job
• Drive daily performance of assigned equipment in coordination with team, taking action to close any gaps that pertain to safety, quality, and operational efficiencies
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with other shift Utility Operators, Die Shop Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Mechanic, and other team members as needed
• Support the development, implementation, and adherence to operating standards within the Training Program to ensure all standards are understood and being followed
• Adapts to Continuous Improvement and follows new procedures and innovations, which would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
• Maintains a clean work environment in accordance with Food Safety, Kanban and 5S systems
• Take ownership of self-development in coordination with your Supervisor with a focus on equipment operation and leadership skills (if interested)
• Support material handling needs to include unloading, storing, staging, and loading of Paperboard Rolls, Raw Materials, WIP and Finished Goods pallets as needed
• Support scrap management and baler operation as needed, ensuring proper board type segregation
• Ensure documentation and data entry requirements are understood and completed including but not limited to scheduling, job tickets, quality samples and shop floor data collection
• May be required to train new or existing employees in adherence to SCT safety and company policies.
• Flow to the work or need of the site with positivity, being proficient within every role to ensure continuous and safe operation; potential to serve within leadership role in their absence
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have basic computer skills and possess ability to utilize software.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English. Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed.

All jobs at Southern Champion Tray (SCT) require Team members to act in accordance with the shared Core Values and Operating principles of the company as they perform specific job functions. These include:

• Trustworthy – We strive for our actions to match our words in all our relationships.
• Servant – Hearted – We enable and empower our team to serve the needs of our customers, team members, and community.
• Relational – We build healthy relationships while fostering an environment of compassion, balance, accountability, and personal and professional growth.
• Resourceful – We value strategic insourcing, first looking to create solutions internally, and then looking to apply that knowledge to future opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: The Utility Operator will serve as back-up for key positions across the site during both planned and unplanned absences to ensure continuous operation.

Additionally, the Utility Operator will be the primary point of contact within the Gluer Department and Die Shop however, will have the expectation to train and develop across multiple departments and areas to include but not limited to Web Cutting, Die Shop, Stock Puller and Baler Operation.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Assist in managing Die Shop operations which includes pin cylinder preparation, die chase loading and unloading, die maintenance, and inventory management of die components
• Train and develop on the operation, setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Web Cutter(s), Gluers, In-Line Window Machines, and associated Automation
• Maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems. Modify computer-controlled robot movements based on job
• Drive daily performance of assigned equipment in coordination with team, taking action to close any gaps that pertain to safety, quality, and operational efficiencies
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with other shift Utility Operators, Die Shop Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Mechanic, and other team members as needed
• Support the development, implementation, and adherence to operating standards within the Training Program to ensure all standards are understood and being followed
• Adapts to Continuous Improvement and follows new procedures and innovations, which would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
• Maintains a clean work environment in accordance with Food Safety, Kanban and 5S systems
• Take ownership of self-development in coordination with your Supervisor with a focus on equipment operation and leadership skills (if interested)
• Support material handling needs to include unloading, storing, staging, and loading of Paperboard Rolls, Raw Materials, WIP and Finished Goods pallets as needed
• Support scrap management and baler operation as needed, ensuring proper board type segregation
• Ensure documentation and data entry requirements are understood and completed including but not limited to scheduling, job tickets, quality samples and shop floor data collection
• May be required to train new or existing employees in adherence to SCT safety and company policies.
• Flow to the work or need of the site with positivity, being proficient within every role to ensure continuous and safe operation; potential to serve within leadership role in their absence
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have basic computer skills and possess ability to utilize software.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English. Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed.

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