Production Technician I

Description

• Successfully complete all required training/demonstration hours, successfully pass all required tests, successfully complete all safety requirements and OJT (on the job) training and SOP's (standard operating procedures).
• Complete and prepares customer orders with theJDEdwards(operation software)
• Create andsubmitwork orders (repairs)as needed to ensurenotification toresponsible departments of necessary reports.Ensures work orders are completed in a manner thatprovidesall the details and information necessaryto effectively review and prioritizesubmittedwork orders
• Housekeeping, HSG attendance/participation, support mill goals,maintaina safe work environment,identifyopportunities for process improvement (act on them), andmaintaina professional working relationship with all team members.
• Assistin threading of the machine during paper break events. Helping to remove can wraps during breaks.
• Assistin fabric and rope changes on the paper machine.
• Train apprentices to learn machine duties to increase production, execute preventive maintenance on machines to prevent down time and to ensure a sustainable and well-trained workforce.

• Responsibleforassisting inthe operationofstock preparationequipment in a highly automated papermill.Responsible for monitoring andassistingin the operation ofall plant systems on a continuous basis.Operate production equipmentin accordance withcurrent good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures (SOP).Assistin bypass processing equipmentusing air,manual hand, andchain valvesas needed.
• Use LOTO (Lock out tag out)/line break to ensure zero energy and unplug stock prep cleaners and equipment.
• Loads and unloadssupplies with a forklift.Loads/off loadsparts, chemical totes, and materials using a forklift.Operate skid steer w/grapple bucket and move paper/materials as needed.Operate bale clamp truck/turn a fork truck to move and dump dumpsters.Operate Scissor lift when needed.Certified andoperatea40-ton hoist crane, clamshell hoist and deck crane hoists (screen,decker,and dry polymer).Preparesand rinsesused totes for return.
• Operatesahigh-pressurewasher to unplug and clean equipment when needed.
• Communicatesprocess events to both supervisors and on-coming shift team members.
• Monitorand troubleshoot equipment, processes, and operational anomalies.Direct equipment issues to proper personnel (CRO) Control Room Operator/Team Leader/Maintenance Tech) to correct problems as they occur.

• Assistinmachine set-up based on specifications, trouble-shooting problems andcoming up withsolutions.
• Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair.Inspect machine/equipment for hazards, operating efficiency, malfunctions, wear, and leaks.
• Read, follow, andcompleteour customer trim schedule.Assistinsettingup cutting slitters to cut rolls to customer specifications.Cut cores using an electric core saw tocorrectsized cores.Operate conveyor system, measure and label rolls, record data and ensure roll meets all visual quality specs(monitor web detection system).
• Fill and thread automatic banding system.Remove stub (butt) rolls to proper staging area.
• Cleans,maintains, and repairsequipment, using hand tools, or request that repair and maintenance work be performed.
• Assistinsettingup andoperatingproduction equipmentin accordance withcurrent good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures (SOP).Change out slitterbladesand bands as needed.
• PerformsLOTO (lock out tag out) of associated equipment.
• Responsible for communicating process events toDE Tech's,supervisors,and on-coming shift team members.
• Certified andoperatea 40-ton crane to move spools and paper roll.Operate skid steer w/grapple attachment to movepaper.

• Safely unload bales from trailers. Ensure safe bale moving, feeding, and stacking is performed. Ability to stack bales in warehouse using bale clamp truck.Safely run bales over wire cutter to ensure even and proper feed.
• Monitors quality ofincoming OCC materials.Quality checks/identifiesandsegregatesbales that are of questionable quality.
• Effectively communicates to carriers/drivers to ensureaccuracy in information shared, and toprovidegood customer service.
• Cleanand inspectbaleclamp trucks.Report all repairs needed to TL/Maintenance and report in logbook and e-logger.Refuel trucks as needed.
• Operate hydraulic dock lock/bridge to ensure safe operation in and out of trailers.
• Other duties, as assigned

• High School Diplomarequired.
• 1-3 Years ofpreviousmanufacturingexperiencerequired
• Mobile Equipment and Overhead Crane certified
• Ability and desire to work rotating12-hourwork shifts, including nights,weekendsand holidays.

• Proficient in the use of JDEdwards
• Good problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good leadership skills
• Teamwork
• Good working knowledge of using a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
• Good communication skills: the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, sometimes in highly complex, technical situations.
• Good Leadership skills: the ability to lead others calmly through challenging circumstances and situations.
• Be a safety champion, highly motivated and results oriented team member.

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift