The Thermoforming/Extrusion Operator works at the direction of the Production Senior Lead and the Production Supervisorto ensure that the company safely and efficiently produces the highest quality products.This person isresponsible for the safe and efficient operation of all thermoforming and extrusion production equipment and performing minor repairs as directed or trained.Actively and professionally trains less experienced full time and temporary associates tomeet and exceed the company's production needs.

　　Responsibilities:

　　To perform this job successfully, this individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.The Thermoforming/Extrusion Operator's primary job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

　　Operates thermoforming, extrusion, packaging, and material handling equipment as required safely and professionally.May serve as acting-Production Senior Lead when the Production Senior Lead is not on the floor.Required to be the "leader" of his/her machine and drive the company's core principles, Safety, Quality, and Productivity.Directly lead and coach less experienced full time and temporary associates..Demonstrate equipment operations, work and safety procedures to new Associates, or assign Associates to experienced associates for training.Model appropriate and acceptable safety behaviors for associates by, for example, using all required personal protective equipment, safely performing job tasks, and following all safety practices and procedures.Maintains a clean working environment daily and conducts housekeeping audits.Work in a team environment led and directed by the Production Senior Lead, Production Supervisor, and the Operations Manager.Thoroughly understands the production process as it pertains to thermoforming and extrusion to produce the highest quality parts.Conducts daily audits of process equipment by visually inspecting and testing machinery and production equipment.Conducts regular quality checks on a manufactured product according to specifications.Monitors machines or equipment for alarms, indicators, and or unusual sounds to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with the Thermoforming Senior Lead or Technical Lead to diagnose problem or repair machine.Work with other team members to complete tasks and achieve department goals.Follow instructions and directions provided by Production Senior Leads, Production Supervisors, the Operations Manager and/or other members of management.Accurately retrieves, prepares, and labels all applicable product, materials, supplies and scrap.Accurately completes all paper forms/inspectionsMay be required to be certified to operate a forklift and/or perform some duties of a Material Handler.Follow, comply with and model all company rules, policies and directives, including the Associate Handbook.Attend work as scheduledand/or requested by Production Senior Leads, Production Supervisors, the Operations Manager and/or other members of management.This list of job duties is not all-encompassing. Associates will be expected to perform all other duties that will be assigned as necessary.

　　Education and/or Experience:

　　High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate). Equivalent experience may be substituted for educational requirement where associate demonstrates the necessary skills and capability. Experience in manufacturing required; Plastics Thermoforming preferred.

　　Computer Skills:

　　Basic computer knowledge, including, but not limited to, the ability to use the company's intranet and production software, including analysis and entry of data as re uired.

　　Language Skills:

　　The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.Ability to write in English simple correspondence.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.

　　Mathematical Skills:

　　The ability to apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

　　Reasoning Ability:

　　Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The Associate must have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

　　Work Environment:

　　The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.The Associate is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.The Associate will be exposed to high-pressure operating systems, including water, air, molten plastics and butane.The Associate will be exposed to temperatures and atmospheric conditions typical of a manufacturing environment, including excessively warm or cold temperatures.