WFI Lead BSB Bag Machine Operator

EXPERIENCE:3 -5 years' experience at WFI in the extrusion department.More experience preferred.SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:TECHNICAL SKILLS:Basic computer aptitude/skillsBasic mathematical skills

Demonstrated extrusion operating skills.Demonstrated proficiency with SFDC, and MOVEX as warranted.COMMUNICATION SKILLS:Good oral and written communication skillsPERFORMANCE SKILLS:Safety:Able to work within guidance of WFI safety systems.Able to apply safe work habits in a high-risk environment; demonstrate safe use of equipment, knowledge of the management of hazardous waste/materials, knowledge of facility emergency policies, use of fire extinguishers, and proper body mechanics; actively participate in promoting a safe work environment; maintain work area in a neat, clean, well-organized manner.Quality:Able to work within guidance of WFI quality systems.Able to maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines; performs tasks in such a way as to ensure quality and customer satisfaction; do work right the first time and inspect material for flaws; demonstrate understanding of need for producing high quality product by striving to improve conventional practices, making suggestions and/or actively participating in training programs to improve skills; reinforce excellence as a fundamental priority.Attention to Detail:Able to be alert in a safety-sensitive environment; follow detailed procedures and ensure accuracy in documentation and data; carefully monitor gauges, instruments or processes; concentrate on routine work details.Customer Focus:Able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; do what is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction.Teamwork:Able to share due credit with co-workers; able to develop rapport with others; display enthusiasm and promote friendly group working environment; work closely with other departments as necessary; support Supervisors and co-workers, maintaining constructive working relationships under all circumstances decisions and solicit opinions from co-workers; display team spirit.Policies/Processes/Procedures:Able to act in accordance with established guidelines; follow standard procedures in crisis situations; follow organizational policies and procedures; report to work as scheduled and on-time or notifies Supervisor as appropriate; recognize and constructively conform to unwritten rules of practice.Continuous Learning:Learn and apply new concepts in regard to work processes and procedures; demonstrate career self-reliance; identify own areas of opportunity and set and monitor self-development goals.Flexibility:Perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change; manage transitions effectively from task to task; adapt to varying customer needs; interact well with people who have different values cultures or backgrounds.WORKING ENVIRONMENT:May have occasional exposure to chemical hazards, hot surfaces or noise that may result from performance of duties.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:In summary, the position will require lifting up to ninety (90) pounds with frequent lifting and/or moving of objects up to seventy-five (75) pounds and occasional maneuvering of objects over 100 lbs.Requires use of both hands with occasional repetitive hand movements.Visual acuity required for reading and computer work.Frequent bending, stooping, and stair climbing required with occasional reaching and squatting required.Requires 80% standing and/or walking and 20% sitting.Workweek will consist of 8- or 12-hour shifts depending on business level, with the number of shifts in a week being dependent on the level business and scrap to be reclaimed.It is expected that a typical work week will be 4 days (4 x 12-hour shifts), sometimes dipping to 3 days, sometimes expanding up to 6 days.CAREER PATH:Success in the BSB Lead operator position can lead to supervisory positions within the BSB area.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensures safe production of quality material while minimizing waste and maximizing production rates.Ensures scrap materials are segregated and labeled accurately.Provides input to Plant Supervisor on performance issues in the area.Ensures all data flows into SFDC and MOVEX are accurate.Ensures all floor transitions are captured in SFDC including:Recording of production receipts into SFDC.Recording of waste receipts into SFDC.Recording of time into SFDC.Recording of scrap/downtime causes into SFDC.Completes quality checks as dictated by sampling plans. Works safely and promotes safe work practices amongst other Operators.

Reports all safety hazards immediately to Plant Supervisor. Reports all machine problems immediately to Plant Supervisor. Reads all order paperwork thoroughly, ensuring that all special instructions are followed carefully.

Carefully packages material to meet internal or external customer expectations. Prepares materials for next shift as needed for the line to run effectively.Performs housekeeping duties as needed. Fills out all production paperwork neatly and correctly and turns it in on time.

Makes machine adjustments as needed once trained. Performs changeovers as needed once trained. Monitors process, noting any significant changes. Other duties as assigned.