Lead Production Operator

Job Description

Heritage Bag - Can Liner Division

Now Hiring - Experienced Lead Production Operator

Roles and Responsibilities:

Operate Blown Film Extrusion equipment to manufacture trash can liners

Operate bag making equipment for plastic bag production

Prepare and perform changeovers for different product line runs

Perform standard inspections of machines and extrusion equipment to include screen changes, blade changes and teflon tape replacement

Report equipment problems to supervisors and maintenance

Monitor quality and output standards of production lines

Responsible for entering production and scrap in system

Wrap, weigh and secure production pallets

Execute and enforce safety policies and procedures

Support breaks, meal periods and shift changeovers

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications, skills and knowledge:

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in manufacturing environment

Must have 3+ years machine operating experience

Experience with Blown Film Extrusion equipment

Able to operate Glouster 418 type bag machines prefered

able to operate CMD Rotary bag machines and Winders preferred

Familiar with operation of polyethelen resin conveying and blending equipment

Organization and good communication skills required

Basic computer skills preferred

You should be proficient in:

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills

Machine Safety Inspections

Machine Setups for Production Runs

High School / GED

Salary info:

$21 - $30 / hr

Full-time