Amazing opportunity for individuals who are detail oriented and can catch errors!

The employee will verify the order is correct and package in the most economical and damage resistant manner.

This is a full-time opportunity!

If you are interested in this position and feel you can handle the responsibilities, please apply now!

Vest Professional Placement
816-282-6288
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Machine Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

Employee will operate machinery in accordance with procedures and ensure optimum product quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

General understanding of the manufacturing processes, quality standards, equipment operations, safety requirements and departmental procedures. May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, the Pre-Expander, Mold, Lamination Line, Block – Auto Line, etc.
Verify equipment set-up prior to start of a production run, operates and shuts down manufacturing equipment. Verifies order information and produces part(s) with the correct material, density, weight, size, and/or shape within quality tolerance to meet specific job requirements while meeting productivity standards.
Monitors equipment and reports malfunctions to supervisor; assist with routine cleaning.
Troubleshoot and make adjustments to equipment settings Responsible for training new employees.
Maintains proper work logs and completes required reports as necessary.
Bundles, wraps, stacks, packs, assembles and/or labels materials per specific production instructions.
Maintains a clean and organized work area.
Performs any other functions and responsibilities as assigned.
Must be trained and familiar with general safety.
Must be trained and familiar with Quality System Awareness.
Must be verified by supervisor to be able to sign off on procedures needed to fulfill job requirements within 2 months of hire. Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

​High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Prior experience in a manufacturing / industrial environment preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Fluent in the English language, both written and spoken, preferred. Must be able to use simple math and use basic hand-held measuring tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
​Light to moderate physical effort required including sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, climbing steps or ladders, grasping, fine and course manipulation, reaching both forward and above head level, and tolerant of temperature changes for the entire shift.
Must be able to push, pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds; and safely operate assigned machinery.

OTHER ​
The duties of this job may vary slightly across divisions and locations. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”