Backup Operator

Responsibilities

• In addition to the Production Associate functions, must be able to perform the following in the absense of a Lead Operator:
• Follows and enforces all Safety requirements and procedures at all times
• Follows and uses all Quality procedures and requirements at all times
• Utilize established process settings to maintain overall quality and throughput
• Identify machine issues and communicate issues to maintenance
• P erform organized machine changeovers
• Interface with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products Recommends and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to reduce waste & increase efficiency of department.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Perform weekly audits; recommend and implement improvements based on audit
• Movement of product via forklift and/or pallet jack
• Ability to work extended hours depending on work demand
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and members of management
• We'd love to hear from you if:
• Ability to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40lbs frequently and up to 50lbs occasionally
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in loud environment
• Ability to hear and read instructions
• Forklift Certified (preferred)

Benefits

Additional Information

Position: Backup Operator Location: Montgomeryville, PA Pay: $21.53/hr Shift: 2nd Shift 3PM - 11PM From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. The backup operator is responsible for filling in when the regular Lead Operator is absent and/or as requested by management. These duties include setup of equipment at start-up, changeovers and shutdown, troubleshooting equipment and completing quality checks. When not filling in for the Lead Operator position, the Backup Operator will perform the duties of the Production Associate, including removing, visually inspecting and packaging finished products from the production line, moving products to designated areas and maintaining a clean work area.

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