Mold In Operator - 2nd Shift

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* Work Shift:

** Second Shift - Somersworth (United States of America)
** Work Shift Time:
** 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
** Job Objective:
** Ability to operate a Mold In Cut to Length production line following established Standard Operating Procedures.  Adhere and maintain quality standards and a clean work area. Complete necessary paperwork or computer work, and perform other duties as assigned.  Maintain established production standards.
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* Essential Job Functions:

*** Commitment to Safety  + Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines.  + Promotes a culture of safety within the organization; leads by example and encouraging others to prioritize safety.  + Promptly reports any safety incidents or near-misses to the appropriate personnel and contributes to the investigation process.  + Active participation in safety-related programs and initiatives is required as necessary.

This includes involvement in the safety committee on a rotating schedule, as well as participation in Risk Assessments, Exposure Hunts, department inspections, and change management activities.
* Operate Mold-in lines, which laminates various raw materials together and cuts to a specified length, while ensuring 100% on time delivery and highest quality as required by our automotive customers.
* Line consists of PLC (Human Interface) Computer, Hook Cutter, Ultrasonic welders, un-coilers, lamination stations, indexing units, and cut to length station.
* Perform duties by following established written procedures, such as starting up and shutting down and basic maintenance of line components.
* Carry out all written and/or verbal instructions, as assigned by Supervisor/Lead.
* Make up and label boxes/totes as required, seal boxes with tape when complete, place or tape part on box/tote and place on conveyor or other.
* Organize all necessary materials (Raw and WIP) on a continuous basis to ensure that line are constantly running.
* Inspect all raw materials prior to processing.  Mark and Cut out defective materials (joins [HTH / M97], start- up sections).
* Feed raw materials into machine and ensure that it remains flat, no twists or fold-overs.
* Continuously patrol the Mold-in line during production.  Check for non-conformance as outlined in documentation.
* Monitor cutting to ensure consistent lengths of each piece.  + Take S.P.C. samples, measure the length of each, and record the required information.  + Maintain S.P.C. traceability records.  + Carry out all required testing of product.
* Complete changeovers for various sizes and adjust as necessary (flats, glue spray, curl, tension, etc…)
* Join ends of materials by heat sealing or with masking tape to ensure continuous running of the machine.
* Clean line daily (cutter die/knife, all sensors/eye, surface clean flat areas, remove garbage).
* Notify Supervisor/Lead/Maintenance of faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions. Record downtime information.
* Ensure established quality standards are maintained for all produced product lines.
* Observe prescribed safety rules and regulations.  Safety Footwear, Hearing Protection and Safety Glasses are mandatory on the lines.
* Keep work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Place all waste / recyclable materials in the proper containers/bins.
* Follow established Quality Control and Department procedures.
* Follow production order and production control sheets to ensure proper physical characteristics such as tolerances, sealed ends, bulk package, etc.
* Responsible for reducing and minimizing waste and ensuring the correct disposal of recyclable materials.  Following the action plans developed from the environmental objectives and targets as required.
* Familiarity with Quality (ISO/TS16949, ISO
90001) and Environmental Standards (ISO
14001).
* Full time presence required
* Ability and willingness to work overtime as required or requested, including extended shifts and weekends.
* Ability and willingness to be cross trained in other functions as required or requested
* Required to perform other duties, as…