Conversion Operator I (2024-357)

Conversion Operator I

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Description/Job Summary

• Performs routine operations required to operate and adjust multi-lane bag machines with autopak equipment to produce plastic bags from blown tubing.

• Work from specific team leader / supervisor instructions, standard operating procedures and precise product specification sheets in the routine operation and adjustment of multiple bag machines running multiple products.

• Perform set ups and changeovers based upon prescribed procedures and production demand.

• Use ruler, retractable knifes, hook knifes and various hand tools.

• Operate pallet jack and fork lift as assigned (once qualified)

• Perform Quality tests on finished product to insure quality of product and conformance to specified tolerances. Areas inspected include: length and width, preseal location and quality, side seals, perforation or slitting, bundle count and overall appearance.

• Perform leak audits according to standardized procedures and perform simple calculations to record results (for consumer bags)

• Make routine machine adjustments to correct minor deviations from tolerance.

• Diagnose routine problems, detect cause and perform required machine adjustments.

• Detect and report faulty equipment, unusual conditions and defective material to team leader / supervisor.

• Weigh scrap according to prescribed procedure.

• Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties or as directed.

• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

• Follow prescribed Safety rules and regulations.

• Perform other related duties as assigned, directed or in accordance with designated responsibilities.

• Train temporary personnel and others to perform routine operations required to operate and adjust multi-lane bag machines with autopak equipment to produce integral zipper bags from blown tubing.

• Operate up to two conversion machines as required with a Packer.

• Cover teammates during breaks.

• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Willing to work a 2-2-3 schedule with scheduled day/night rotation

• Work 12 hours shift

• Willing to lift 30 pounds routinely

• Basic understanding of machine operations and adjustments

• Good technical skills - some background in a mechanical field

• Good attendance and work habits

• Good communication skills

• Willing to handle job stress and interact with others in the workplace

Must have regular, reliable attendance and willing to work outside the regular schedule as required

Required Skills

• Pallet jack

• Ruler

• Hook knife

• Retractable knife

• Various hand tools including but not limited to needle nose pliers and allen wrenches

• Forklift, if certified