After more than 60 years of industry leadership, Viaflex is dedicated to utilizing years of expertise and has committed to the continuation of innovative thinking for years to come. Our team is currently over 400 team members strong and covers six locations. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us on our mission to create solutions that are thinner, lighter, and stronger – together. 

The Viaflex team finds its passion in creating film and sheeting solutions that outperform and outlast. With a focus on preserving customer assets and protecting Earth’s resources, Viaflex creates liners, covers, and barriers that make a positive impact in the markets we serve. From design and manufacturing to on-site installation, our highly skilled team never stops striving to improve.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate machines during production and other runs.
• Perform machine setups and changeovers.
• Verify machine is set up to meet requirements to assure quality products. Assure compliance with production schedule.
• Maintain knowledge of production processes and related systems.
• Work with production team to troubleshoot problems with machine and product.
• Depending on division, ensures raw materials meet quality standards.
• Provide input on new product development activities.
• Recommend product or process improvement strategies.
• Monitor production data such as scrap levels, machine down time, and defects.
• Provide basic training for team members.
• May assist training staff in developing training programs.
• Depending on division, may service and operate test equipment.
• Participate in production improvement initiatives.
• Monitor variance and yields and take necessary action to correct or resolve discrepancies.
• Demonstrates Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow established safety and ergonomic standards.
• May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.
• Learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree, or military training, in related technical field. Minimum 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Fully meets the competencies of a Machine Operator, per division standards. Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to direct the work efforts of other team members. Aptitude to learn electrical and/or mechanical skills. Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Team player who is self-motivated and has ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to work at a fast pace efficiently. Basic math skills. Ability to read blueprints and work instructions and maintain accurate records. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff. Ability to operate forklift, pallet mover, or hoist equipment. Forklift certification may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k. We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits. Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.