Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and Stop Unsafe Behaviors or conditions on the floor. Escalate to the supervisor if it is needed.
• Report Near Misses on Intelex.
• Effectively diagnose and troubleshoot various mechanical and process issues with machines, primarily in Forming and/or Printing departments.
• Evaluate printer/former/Extruder audit sheets, specifically heat settings and CPM audits and determine appropriate adjustments.
• Assist with identifying extrusion sheet issues as part of the trouble shooting process.
• Act as a resource to help train employees, specifically in the areas of problem diagnosis, troubleshooting and escalation procedures.
• Respond timely to escalation requests and communicate effectively with key stakeholders throughout the troubleshooting process.
• Review and update Job Instructions, as appropriate, in order to help prevent future problems.
• Work with R & D and Quality departments when there are new standards for equipment; update and implement Job Instructions.
• Monitor the production floor and assist with any issues to help improve production efforts.
• Record and Monitor Data Parameters of the extruder / Former to keep in control process variation.
• Run and record Quality inspections making sure product are meeting the specs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Tekni-Plex forming and/or printing operations, typically gained through 4-7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated advanced troubleshooting and problem solving experience specific to printing/forming operations, to include the ability to gather, synthesize and analyze data, and draw valid (advanced) conclusions in the problem solving process.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize work coupled with strong time management skills.
• Advance knowledge of computer adjustments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to include the ability to provide advanced training to others.
• Monday- Friday- 10 to 12 hours shifts with occasional weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS

To 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 will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common technical, financial and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, agencies or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division), as well as work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to collect data, analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions in the troubleshooting process. Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The 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 will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally life and/or move up to 35 pounds. Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vison and the ability to adjust focus is required.

Flexibility in the work schedule will be required as the hours will change depending on the need of job responsibility across shifts. Primary hours will be on day shift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Company

Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.