Job Title: NGR Operator
Department: Manufacturing
Reports To: Repro Manager, Repro Lead, Shift Supervisor
Job Status: Non-Exempt
Back up: Lead NGR Operator
SUMMARY
The NGR Operator is responsible for repro made from internal and external scrap. The Operator is assigned a repro line which makes recycled resin for sale to sister companies or internal use.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for checking quality of their repro line at shift change and on an hourly basis.
- Enters correct box information into the plant computer system.
- Ensures that packaging is being done per the correct packing specification.
- Responsible for planning order changes and verifying the correct scrap/repro ID is used.
- Responsible for verifying all paperwork is complete and accurate.
- Responsible for screen changes every 6hrs. on NGR lines.
- Responsible for promoting safety awareness throughout the plant. Make sure all employees have required PPE and are following all safety policies.
- Responsible for reporting any defective equipment or safety hazards to Shift Supervisor.
- Responsible for maintaining work zone housekeeping throughout entire shift.
- Responsible for maximizing production rates while maintaining a quality product.
- Responsible for preparing for upcoming order changes at least 2 hours in advance.
- Responsible for assisting Maintenance Department when necessary.
- Responsible for assisting other zones Operators when needed.
- Responsible for promoting teamwork throughout the plant.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNone
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEMinimum of 6 months on the job training.
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete reports and forms associated with the position: Ability to communicate effectively orally, and in writing
MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
REASONING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusion. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations: Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel and or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
It is the responsibility of all employees, regardless of department or position to report to management, situations that may compromise product quality, food safety and regulatory compliance.