Production Operator, Punch Press, 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Do you have a strong attention to detail and a desire to ensure products retain the highest quality standard? If so, become a valuable member of our Punch Press Department at the Schaumburg IL location as a Production Operator.

Overview:
We are actively recruiting for an Op-Tech (Production Operator in Punch Press) at our Schaumburg, IL plant location of Tekni-Plex. Our location sells billions of punched rubber and plastic gaskets annually that are used in dispensing food/beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, industrial and household products. The ideal candidate would be available 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime including Saturdays.

What is the position where you can add value?

We are actively hiring for Production Operators for our second shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM) at the Schaumburg, IL  location of Tekni-Plex.  This position is responsible for operating machinery to cut plastic and rubber into appropriate sized gaskets using established standards and practices.

What will you do?

• Following standard methods and techniques, processes materials to ensure it meets customer and product specification, and alerts Manager and/or Quality Department when standards are not met.
• Maintains operation of machines or one special purpose press.
• Loads coils of plastic and/or rubber material onto the punch press.
• Monitors machine specifications as directed.
• Observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.
• Inspects gaskets for conformance to specifications, visually or using gauges or templates, and adjusts machine to correct errors.
• Performs GO/NO GO and dimensional measurements using a micrometer, plug gages, and a thickness gauge.
• Removes scrap plastic and rubber to proper locations.
• Completes daily paperwork, neatly and accurately.
• Maintains all equipment and advises the Manager of repairs when necessary.
• Cross-trained on all equipment within the department and fills in as needed.
• Coordinates shift activities with those of other shifts to insure proper flow of information
• Must be a good example for safety rules, evidenced by proper safe conduct.

What skills do you bring to the role?

• High School graduate, GED certification.
• Prior experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and proven ability to understand basic math concepts to include with measurement, volume, and distance.
• RF Scanner experience ideal.
• Attention to detail for creating a quality product.
• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds.
• Must be able to follow instructions provided in written, oral and diagram form