Machine Operator

Company Description

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Job Description

The role of the Machine Operator will be responsible for processing mesh fabric material into semi-finished and finished product by performing various slitting, cutting, and stapling techniques.  Follow production priorities and sequences to meet Glasweve filter customer requirements and accurately record material and labor usage for corresponding work orders. Notifies supervisor immediately regarding any barrier in meeting production requirements.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently perform slitting functions to ensure materials meet width specifications, by:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Selecting appropriate raw material (rolls), placing on slitter, setting up slitter by positioning blades in the proper sequence and spacing, and initiating the slitting process.
  • Attaching slit ends to new cardboard tube in rewinder, running machine to slit and rewind material, and cutting full tube to length.
  • Removing slit width rolls and placing in queue for cutting to length or packaging as finished product.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Safely and efficiently perform klicker/guillotine cutter functions, by:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Setting up machine by selecting required parameters and appropriate carton size quantity for finished product, and attaching pre-print labels.
  • Sealing cartons and stacking on pallet.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Safely and efficiently perform mold press functions, by:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Loading material(s) into mold press, and unloading finished product when automatic press opens.
  • Trimming, stacking, and packing cups.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Safely and efficiently perform assembly functions, by:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Performing assemblies by rolling, folding, or applying multiple components.
  • Stapling components using a foot-activated, electric powered industrial stapler, or modifying using a band saw, drill press or table saw.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Promptly notify supervisor(s) of any problems or machine malfunctions that create barriers for meeting output requirements.

Why work for Pyrotek Aurora?  Check out our Video!

• Competitive compensation and benefit plans
• Collaborative, innovative, and team environment
• Popcorn Thursday's!
• Low turnover and high retention!  A lot of our employees have been here for over 20 years!
• And bottom line, just darn nice people!

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Qualifications

Education/Experience

One (1) year of manufacturing or machine operation experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities