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Production Assistant

Production Assistant

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)Danville, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Assistant Operator assists the Operator in running the machines. They

ensure that material supply, quality products, & palletization of product are

accomplished in a safe & productive manner.

Essential Job Functions

  • Follows all Safety Rules. Participates in monthly 100% Safety

Participation Program.

  • Works with Material Handler to move product & supplies. This includes

    • lifting 6" dia. metal cores, pushing core buggies, removing trim scrap

    material from overhead winders, and handling 30-40 pound rolls of

    shrink film. Uses mechanical hoist to lift jumbos into position for

    converting.

  • Prepares jumbo roll for splice. This includes pulling back on material

    • to remove splice and start up waste, using hoist to move material into

    position, and loading jumbo onto unwind stand. Palletizes boxes of

    product according to customer specifications. May be required to lift

    boxes up to 50 lbs. for lengthy periods of time. Prints tickets from a

    computer.

  • Threads up machine after web break. This includes kneeing, squating,

    • bending, and reaching through the slitter to thread material

    over / under rollers per web path diagram. Adhere to checklists to

    make sure there are no flaws in a product

  • Will at times be required to lift & palletize products. Weights could be

    • as high as 60 lbs. Pallets of finished goods are stacked 4 to 6 ft high.

  • Monitors pallet counts, cores, & raw materials for the line.
  • Must have basic computer skills or experience with computerized

    • equipment.

  • Work with the Operator to keep the line running productively. Will fill

    • in for Operator at times when required.

  • Ensures housekeeping is maintained for a clean & safe work

    • environment.

    Requirements

  • Must have High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift.
  • Must be able to lift for lengthy periods of time.
  • Must be able to move quickly & safely throughout the line. Will work

    • on elevated platforms accessible by stairs & / or ladders.

  • Production environment has concrete floors and is not climate

    • controlled. Must be able to work in the heat & cold.

    Other Skills / Abilities

  • Has a good mechanical / electrical aptitude
  • Good communication skills
  • Reading for Information
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Teamwork
  • Observation

    • Starting Wages are 18.02 with possible increases within the first six months

    Background and Drug test required

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