Manufacturing Associate

Position: Production Worker - FULL-TIME

Starting Pay: $18-19/hr.

As a Production Worker, you will be responsible for executing tasks within the converting department and performing additional duties that contribute to operational efficiency, product quality, cleanliness, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Complete written and practical assessments related to equipment and products.
2. Adhere to all safety protocols in the workplace.
3. Operate necessary material handling equipment and manage materials appropriately.
4. Gather data and fulfill record-keeping obligations.
5. Understand production specifications and quality standards.
6. Manage changeovers, initiate, monitor, and adjust equipment to uphold quality, production, and safety benchmarks.
7. Produce goods at a satisfactory rate while meeting quality expectations.
8. Utilize measuring and weighing instruments effectively.
9. Conduct routine maintenance, including cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, and resolving minor mechanical issues.
10. Complete required training and fulfill the responsibilities of a Hazardous Waste Handler, including the transfer and proper labeling of hazardous waste containers.
11. Perform related tasks as directed by supervisors.

Work Schedule

Shift Start: 11:00 PM
Shift Length: 8 hours, including a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks.
Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan after a 4-Month Probation Period (Local 773)

Qualifications Required

• Must pass a drug screening.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• High School diploma or equivalent experience with basic math and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• Capability to understand and work with metric measurements.
• Previous experience in machine operation is preferred.
• Physical ability to lift 60 lbs., climb stairs, walk, and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in high humidity and temperature conditions.
• Flexibility to work any required shift, including overtime as per union contract provisions.
• Completion of all mandatory annual training to comply with safety regulations and EPA and OSHA standards.
• Participation in problem-solving teams as needed.

Forklift experience is advantageous.

Annual OSHA and EPA Training Requirements

• Machine Guarding
• Egress and Emergency Action Plans
• Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls
• Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Flammable and Combustible Liquids
• Hazard Communication
• Confined Space Hazards
• Hazardous Waste Management

About Intertape Polymer Group

Intertape Polymer Group Inc. is a leading entity in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of various paper and film-based pressure-sensitive and water-activated tapes, polyethylene and specialized polyolefin films, protective packaging solutions, engineered coated products, and packaging machinery for both industrial and retail applications.