Atlas Molded Productsis seeking a1st ShiftMachine Operatorfor the Byron Center, MI plant.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties as assigned)
General understanding of the manufacturing processes, quality standards, equipment
operations, safety requirements and departmental procedures.
May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, the Pre-Expander, Mold, Lamination
Line, Block - Auto Line, etc.
Verify equipment set-up prior to start of a production run, operates and shuts down
manufacturing equipment.
Verifies order information and produces part(s) with the correct material, density, weight,
size, and/or shape within quality tolerance to meet specific job requirements while meeting
productivity standards.
Monitors equipment and reports malfunctions to supervisor; assist with routine cleaning.
Troubleshoot and make adjustments to equipment settings
Responsible for training new employees
Maintains proper work logs and completes required reports as necessary.
Bundles, wraps, stacks, packs, assembles and/or labels materials per specific production
i nstructions.
Maintains a clean and organized work area.
Performs any other functions and responsibilities as assigned.
Must be trained and familiar with general safety.
Must be trained and familiar with Quality System Awareness.
Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Prior experience in a manufacturing / industrial environment preferred.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Fluent in the English language, both written and spoken, preferred. Must be able to use simple math and use basic hand-held measuring tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Light to moderate physical effort required including sitting, standing, walking, kneeling,
squatting, climbing steps or ladders, grasping, fine and course manipulation, reaching both
forward and above head level, and tolerant of temperature changes for the entire shift.
Must be able to push, pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds; and safely operate assigned
machinery.