Shift: Day shift, 6:30pm-6:30am on a 2-2-3 rotation schedule, training on day shift.
Pay: $19.47-23.36, depending on experience. This shift qualifies for an additional $4.25 night shift differential.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for operating machines and equipment in our manufacturing facility.
This posting is for an existing vacancy that we are looking to fill immediately.
Essential Duties:
- Support the Safety-First culture of Yellowstone Plastics and Volm Companies by ensuring safety policies are followed and a clean and safe work environment is maintained
- Operate various machines and equipment to manufacture products according to established procedures and quality standards
- Monitor machines during operation to ensure that they are functioning correctly
- Inspect finished products to ensure that they meet customer specifications and quality standards
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and make minor repairs as needed
- Follow all safety protocols and regulations
- Participate in lean initiatives and identify opportunities for efficiencies
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Required Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documents
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Basic mathematical skills including understanding measurements
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform tasks accurately
- Good communication skills and ability to follow directions
- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift that varies by location 36/48 bi-weekly breakdown
Education and Experience:
- Basic math and reading skills normally acquired through the completion of a high school diploma OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 1-year experience in a manufacturing workplace operating machinery is preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Standing and walking 90% of the shift
- Able to regularly lift 50 lbs.
- Be able to lower rolls of plastic film to the floor and pick them up with a power lift (150 to 225 lbs.)
- Be able to handle, grasp, and perform repetitive motions
- Have eye/hand/foot coordination
- Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 60 degrees to 90+ depending on the season and the department
- Requires the ability to see, hear, touch, and smell
- Working in a manufacturing environment
Driver Requirements
N/A
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.