Production Helper

8 hours ago

Rochester, New York, United States OMNOVA NORTH AMERICA INC Full time
 

If you're looking for a collaborative work environment with an established organization that also offers great employee benefits and career advancement opportunities, then we invite you to consider applying for a position with SURTECO. 

SURTECO specializes in the production and sale of laminates, foils and vinyl-coated fabrics. Our technologies, products and services deliver distinctive performance features, thus helping to support our Customers' reputations for trusted brands around the globe and in a wide variety of markets.

We are seeking  an individual who is passionate about joining a team in the manufacturing of high quality laminates and films used in a variety of applications including on cabinetry in kitchen and bath applications, countertops and paneling in recreational vehicles and in the enhancement of interior retail spaces.

The Production Helper assists the Multistage Operator and Second Operator operate the multi-stage presses by ensuring product meets quality standards and is run efficiently and troubleshooting any production problems. This position will also assist in plantwide general duties as required. Also, the Production Helper is responsible for training other Production Helpers and learning Multistage Operator and Second Operator responsibilities and cover for Second Operator's absence.

No direct reports.

Key Responsibilities:


• Follow all safety rules & Actively participate in Safety, Health, and Environment program


•Take direction from and assist Multistage Operator and Second Operator with all duties related to operation of press


• Responsible for cleanliness of press and other areas as assigned by Supervisor


•Empty rag cans, solid and liquid hazardous containers, and empty used blades. Label Hazardous waste cans properly


•Prepare for wash-up by having all necessary supplies ready for each stage, wash-up and set-up on all presses


•Prepare materials for upcoming job on area of assignment. Coordinate with ink production suppliers to get ink to proper stage


•Check and ensure viscosities and ink levels. Bring out inks as needed


•Take out turns for every roll during production run, label and package as required


•Stack pallets and presses with needed supplies


•Assist with set-up and breakdown of job


•Learn solvent dispense system


•Utilize SAP ERP system


•Learn Second Operator duties and fill in during absence


•Available for Overtime/off shifts as needed

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:


•General Mechanical Knowledge


•Farnsworth-Munsell color test score of Average Discrimination or above


•Basic Computer Skills


•Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to all levels of management


•Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.


•Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to create and interpret bar charts/graphs


•Ability to accurately read a tape measure, take precise measurements, and ensure proper customer specs


•Successfully complete the training matrix


•Forklift License (training and certification provided by SURTECO)


•Exceptionally good and consistent color matching ability

Desired Qualifications:


•2-year technical degree


•Complete Forklift Certification if required


•Previous Printing Experience

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements:


•Must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed


•Must be medically qualified to use respiratory protection for wash ups


•Frequently positions self to use/maintain personal protective equipment


•Regularly required to stand for extended periods of time; walk; sit; bend; kneel; squat; climb stairs; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms


•Comfortable with working in a manufacturing environment alongside machines, equipment, etc.


•Ability to detect, distinguish, or determine the source of a smell


•Exposure or works around chemical processing, unregulated temperature, dusty conditions

Travel Requirements:

Time spent away from home or typical office location.

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Company Statement:

SURTECO is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing equal access to employment. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all applicants to apply. In addition, the health and safety of those who contribute to business development is a priority. Open dialogue with our employees is a matter of course, and the further development of their knowledge is a special concern. We enable them to find the right balance between personal and professional life.

DISCLAIMER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, success profile characteristics or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the Job at any time.

 



2nd Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm Monday-Friday
3rd Shift: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am Monday-Friday

2nd Shift Differential is an extra $.75 per hour
3rd Shift Differential is an extra $1.00 per hour

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