Mold In Operator - 2nd Shift

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Second Shift - Somersworth (United States of America)

3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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.

• 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 assigned and directed

• Two years manufacturing and/or related machine operation experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret written instruction; complete basic paperwork and perform data entry.
• Ability to maneuver Hook/M97 rolls (up to 35 lbs.) manually throughout the shift.
• Ability to use a computer and navigate web based screens, and complete basic data entry into designated fields.
• Experience using Oracle based data management systems or other similar programs.

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