Decorating Machine Operator

Job Title: Décor Operator

Shift: 8 Hour Rotating

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary:

The decorating operator reports to the Department Superintendent. The operator is responsible for production, quality and safe operation of designated equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Observe machine operation to ensure high quality and efficiency.
• Makes necessary equipment changes (screens, squeegees, forms, clean spray guns, etc.) to machine as well as operational adjustments
• Make regular interval inspections of glassware to ensure conformance to customer specifications.
• Knowledge of basic safety principles within the department and within the plant. Must be able to work safely, and identify all safeties on the line, and how/when to stop the machine in times of trouble.
• Assist in setup and operation of decoration machines. Help on job changes and preparation to ensure downtime is minimized. Advise setup of adjustments and potential problems or quality problems seen specific to productions
• Help on troubleshooting and repairs with the maintenance shop. Perform small level maintenance tasks in order to keep machines in production.
• Must be able to quickly identify defects of the line and immediately troubleshoot to resolve the issue.
• Ensure inventory levels of working materials are regulated and beginning and end of shift.
• This position may also be responsible for job changes around the clock. Operators must be self-sufficient within 1 year and be able to set up and run the machine without the help of Set Up personnel.

This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for every function described.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of general equipment, ability to work on moving equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform quality control checks
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be very detail oriented
• Able to ensure replication of design elements as small as 1 mm
• Mechanically inclined, ability to exercise logical approach to troubleshooting problems
• Have the ability to communicate effectively
• Needs to be reliable and a self-starter; will work independently with minimal supervision

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Prior machine operator experience, preferably on decorating machines (screen printing, spray printing and/or UV application)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs.
• High Temperatures
• Ability to work overtime, often on short notice