Equipment Operator II

Summary:

• Location: Neenah, WI
• Duration: 4 Months
• 12-hour shifts (approximately 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM or assigned shift after training)
• Contract with potential for full-time hire

Responsibilities:

• Master all manufacturing process elements including troubleshooting, basic repair, and quality checks.
• Exhibit appropriate interpersonal skills necessary to work as a member of a high-performing team.
• Maintain accurate and complete production, waste, delay, and quality reports.
• Log and report results as necessary.
• Operate basic machinery with materials such as paper and fabrics to make Depends and Poise products.
• Perform splicing of materials as a large part of the role.

Safety:

• Safely operate high-speed technologically advanced manufacturing equipment.
• Exhibit a safety-first culture.
• Promote and utilize 3 obligations.
• Promote and support Safety Observation process, ETQ, and SIRA processes.
• Support housekeeping initiatives for the department.

Quality:

• Maintain product quality.
• Perform quality checks throughout the shift as required.
• Support quality systems (quality tracker, stand checks, bag/case weigher, metal detector).
• Familiarity with how attributes are measured for % on target.

Requirements:

• State and/or US Department of Education accredited high school diploma, GED Grade 12 certificate.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to maintain a work schedule of 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., ascend and descend stairs, perform bending, twisting, stooping, and crouching motions, and use strong gripping hand functions frequently.
• Required to wear PPE including ear, eye, and toe protection due to regular exposure to high noise levels, dust, and some chemicals.
• Previous or current experience in an industrial manufacturing environment with industrial manufacturing equipment, tractors, and forklifts is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and complete multiple complex tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic mechanical, technical, or manufacturing skills or related experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability, including troubleshooting, problem identification, and resolution.