Machine Operator - Post Gluer - Pollock Orora DFW CORR
OroraAbout the role
At Orora, we believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what’s inside. From custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer. It is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of Teamwork, Passion, Respect, and Integrity every day. These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations while solving complex problems as a team. We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don’t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader.
The Role: Machine Operator - Post Gluer
The Machine Operator is responsible for all activities associated with the safe and efficient operation of production machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations to meet customer demand.
This position will report to the: Production Manager
Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Status: Non-Exempt
What You’ll be Responsible For in this Role
- Be aware of and comply with Pollock Orora Safety rules, operating procedures, and help hold co-workers accountable for safety related items.
- Always follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes)
- Comply with Pollock Orora quality procedures and policies. Attention to detail is key to ensuring product meets specifications and customer requirements.
- Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating at or above target speed. Work towards continual improvement of set up and downtime. Identify and address mechanical concerns and report to Production Supervisor or Production Manager or Plant Mechanical Tech/Specialist
- Ensures proper housekeeping and cleaning of work areas – keep work area clean and free of tripping hazards during shift and end of shift cleaning of the area.
- Learn and understand capability and capacity of machine and drive continual Improvement in efficiencies and limit waste and downtime. Do not sacrifice quality for machine speeds – excellent quality and efficiencies with minimal downtime.
- Train and assist Assistant Machine Operators, Machine Helpers and Production Utility with job duties on the machine, downtime, setup times and quality.
- Understand the computer controls and entering of production information required for machine operation.
- Complete necessary paperwork / computer data entry in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: labor confirmations, spoilage reports, Safety checklists, Quality checklists.
- Assist with preventive maintenance completing assigned tasks weekly.
- Turn in maintenance work order requests to supervision for needed repairs on the machine or machines. Be proactive in the maintenance and housekeeping of equipment.
- Switch duties with co-workers, as necessary to promote learning. Promote an environment of continual education.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
- Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
- Must be able to work overtime as necessary, sometimes
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