Anchor Packaging LLC is hiring: Production/Blown Film Helper - Marmaduke - 12-Hr

The Production Helper's (Blown Film Helper's) primary responsibility is to assist the Blown Film Operator in the safe, efficient production of quality rolls of film meet all product specifications to satisfy the customer and enhance the growth of the Anchor Packaging.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned):

· Assist in operating a Blown Film Line in the safest possible manner. Operate one winder of a Blown Film line to ensure quality, on-specification film.Assist in achieving standard blown film production rates efficiently, with minimum scrap.

· Assist Operator during Screen Change by threading the line, changing dull blades, and lacing the bubble.

· Properly set-up Winder to product specifications including safe disposal of used blades.

· Regularly check for correct roll widths and straight, smooth roll edges, and make adjustments as necessary to improve roll edge quality.

· Regularly weigh every 3rd set and log production data into the Zontec system. With step progression, learn to make adjustments to keep roll weights within specification. Weigh more frequently during/after changes in operating conditions.

· Core tag and properly package/palletize all production for traceability and product safety.

· Assist Operator in separating the sheet, clearing wrap-ups, pulling and cleaning dies, screws, elbows, and other tasks as required.

· Responsible for overall safety of his/her work area and to assist others to work safely. Observe all Blown Film Safety Rules; e.g., safe handling of slitter blades and cutting tools, proper use and care of personal protective equipment, manually open nips before threading the line, etc.

· Responsible for operating both winders during break times

· Meet attendance objectives, comply with all Plant and Company policies, and follow the Anchor Packaging Standards of Conduct.

· Work with Extruder Operators, Leads, and Supervision to maintain housekeeping standards and comply with ISO and other audit requirements.

Competency:

Possess good communication skills

Must be detail oriented

Must possess good problem solving and decision-making skills

Must be quality minded

Must be able to work as a team with others.

Must be safety-oriented, and able to work in a fast paced environment

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Math Ability:

Ability read a tape measure to 1/16” accuracy. Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

Basic data entry computer skills needed.

Certificates and Licenses:

No certifications needed

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat. The noise levels require hearing protection. Decimal levels are below 90.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may frequently lift and/or move shafts or rolls up to 70 pounds. Blown Film Operator Trainees lift mandrels and carry rolls to weight them and place them on skids. Sets of film can come off as quick as every three (3) minutes or sooner depending on production speeds. Lifting requirements and speed of lines will vary with scheduling of the Blown Film lines.

Anchor Packaging does require drug testing and a background check prior as a contingency to finalizing employment offers.