Sleeter Operator

Hoffmaster is an industry leader producing the most complete line of specialty disposable tabletop products for over 75 years. Hoffmaster competes in three distinct business segments – Foodservice, Consumer, and E-Commerce. Our products can be found in thousands of retailers, restaurants, hotels, and more. As a customer centric company, we strive to deliver innovative solutions to both our customers and the ultimate end users of our products. This Innovation is a key part of what we do here at Hoffmaster, and we continue to drive the industry forward by investing in our employees and state-of-the-art technology.

General Summary

Sleeter Operators run our Sleeter machines to produce various sizes of baking parchment sheets. This position requires operating the machine in safe manner while following established safety policies, properly tracking the raw materials used and the finished good produced, and keeping the machine at 5S standards. An Operator must be able to work overtime when required and perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor or team lead.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Efficiently operate the assigned sheeter machine in a safe manner, meeting daily established production goals
• Efficiently perform machine make-readies
• Accurately report daily production of machine
• Read and interpret a manufacturing order to ensure finished product meets specifications
• Effectively troubleshoot machine issues and make adjustments as needed
• Work overtime as necessary to cover other shift operators and meet overall production demand
• Ensure correct product (raw materials, sizes, ink colors, quantities, etc.) are being manufactured
• Document and quality check output of machines to ensure consistency and quality
• Wear appropriate PPE and conduct work with a safety-focused mindset, follow all company safety policies
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the supervisor or lead person
• Maintain 5S standards
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment; paper converting and/or printing machinery preferred
• Knowledge of best practices and procedures for machine operation
• Skill in oral and written communication (English or Spanish)
• Basic math skills required
• Skill in working well with others / teamwork
• Ability to flexible, self-directed, and motivated to improve processes
• Ability to be patient and adaptable to unforeseen changes
• Ability to work overtime when needed
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to come to work prepared, on-time, and with a positive attitude
  
  

Education, Experience, And Certification

• 3 years of manufacturing experience; paper converting or printing industries preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Related certifications (Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc.) preferred
  
  

Physical Requirements

Standard Shift Length Ability to Lift/Push/Pull Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Other Physical Requirements

8 hours depending on workload

Up to 50 lbs

PPE is required, which includes safety shoes, eye protection and hearing protection

Significant walking and standing; Incidental Climbing

Schedule

B Shift: (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday). (7:00PM - 7:15AM).

C Shift: (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday). (7:00PM-7:15AM)

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.