NGR Operator

Description

The NGR Operator is responsible for the operation of the NGR machine.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Remove scrap from bins in an efficient mannerdentify foreign objects in the product and remove them prior to feeding into the machine.
• Separate product material by code.
• Complete all required paperwork fully and accurately.
• Maintain budgeted resin levels.
• Must be able to multitask by feeding conveyer and rolls simultaneously.
• Analyze control screen data and initiate improvements based on readings.
• Change screens and blades as needed.
• Successfully operate machine at the proper settings.
• Recognize and prevent possible meltdowns.
• Resolve minor technical problems independently.
• Identify E-stops and safety sensitive areas
• Assist in Maintenance PM's
• Maintains a clean workspace by ensuring all housekeeping is completed on shift.
• Work benches clean and organized scrap removed, trash dumped, floors swept, aisles
  are clear of bins and remain unobstructed, excess or unused materials removed.
• Practice safe behavior with regards to equipment and task.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Qualifications:

• At least six (6) months of manufacturing experience desired.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• None

Skills/Competencies

• Must be able to read, speak and write in English with good interpersonal skills.
• Must be capable of reading and following work instruction and safety rules.
• Must be able to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be capable of maintaining good attendance.
• Must be capable of performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division calculations.
• Must possess good organization and time management skills and practice.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.

• Work is performed by using both hands and arms while in a standing position for an eight
  (8) hour shift. Frequently bends, reaches, twists, pushes, pulls, squats, or kneels.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. from floor to waist on a regular basis, and 70 lbs as team
  lifts.
• Must be able to use a pallet jack.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.

• Environment is typical of a manufacturing area; hearing protection is required due to the high
  noise level.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures depending on the season and area; limited temperature
  regulation is available.
• Presence of complex machinery and equipment; requires awareness of moving parts and
  operational hazards