Operator I

Job Description

Job Summary: The Operator 1 position is integral to the production process at our WPC Extrusion Plant. This role involves performing, learning, and observing a variety of tasks to ensure quality control, efficient operations, and a clean, safe working environment. Responsibilities are categorized into "See," "Learn," "Do," and "Teach" as per our training and task prioritization framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Core Duties (DO)

• Conduct color and defect inspections on boards.
• Perform board measurements and align boards on carts.
• Pull and band scrap boards, and prepare scrap bundles.
• Prep carts for finished goods bundles, attach end tags, and package completed finished goods.
• Label products accurately and ensure proper storage of tools after cleaning.
• Operate banders, staple guns, and pull carts.
• Refill banding roll carts and cut black slip sheeting.
• Move completed, tagged units to designated locations (MCP).
• Clear production line jam-ups and assist others in packaging and wrapping units.
• Communicate defects and issues with operators, leads, and supervisors.
• Inspect groove and side printing for accuracy.
• Assist with First Piece Inspection (FPI) and line clearance.
• Monitor raw material supplies and restock as necessary.
• Isolate and identify defective products per established procedures.
• Dust walls and equipment, and clean as per the instruction schedule.
• Perform heavy cleaning tasks, such as truck dumps, and empty trash.
• Weigh and manage wood bins before disposal.
• Update Tier 1 boards and maintain accurate records (e.g., FPI, BOM, changeover forms).

Learning and Growth Tasks (LEARN)

• Learn to string up extrusion lines.
• Understand the operation of serialized labeling systems.
• Assist with cooling water removal processes.
• Monitor SPC screens to ensure production quality standards.

Observational Tasks (SEE)

• Observe printing and adherence of completed product tags.
• Ensure tagging and packaging meet required standards.
• Witness updates and maintenance of production paperwork.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred but not required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and an eye for detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members.
• Must be comfortable with physical labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Physical Requirements

• Strength & Endurance:

o Lift and move boards, bundles, and raw materials weighing up to [insert specific weight, e.g., 50 lbs].

o Perform repetitive tasks such as pulling scrap boards and operating tools like staple guns and banders.

o Stand for extended periods during production tasks.

• Mobility:

o Bend, squat, and stretch to align boards, inspect defects, and clean equipment.

o Walk frequently around the work area to assist with packaging, move tagged units, and monitor the production line.

o Operate lift trucks and pull carts as needed.

• Dexterity & Coordination:

o Use hands and fingers to package goods, refill banding roll carts, and attach serialized labels accurately.

o Handle tools (staple guns, banders) with precision.

o Align and stack boards on carts and bundles consistently and efficiently.

• Visual Acuity:

o Inspect groove, side printing, and finished products for quality and defects.

o Monitor SPC screens and ensure accurate labeling.

o Perform color and defect inspections requiring close attention to detail.

• Environmental Tolerance:

o Work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, vibrations, and varying temperatures.

o Manage heavy cleaning tasks such as dusting walls, performing truck dumps, and clearing jam-ups.

o Adapt to handling products in potentially dusty or wet conditions during cooling water removal or cleaning tasks.

• Communication:

o Ability to communicate defects and operational issues with team members.

o Collaborate with others during jam-ups, packaging, and inspection tasks.