Winder Operator

SUMMARY:

Overall responsibility for operation of the winding machines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves in a multi-faceted role of operating, packing and maintaining components of the winding machine(s).
• Winding machine must be operated at high levels of quality and efficiency.
• Must keep sleeves at optimal operation capacity by solving day to day mechanical/operating issues with minimal scrap.
• Must be able to make adjustments on machine to ensure product quality.
• Must assure product quality requirements are met to assure not only functional attributes, but also smooth, trouble-free dispensing on the sleeve dispenser at the conveyor.
• Records appropriate production reports.

· Adherence to the company attendance policy is required, which includes expectations of punctuality and limited unapproved absences

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent and/or prior operator experience.

COMMUNICATON SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze and follow directions. Must be able to speak, listen and openly communicate with team members and actively participate in team meetings.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply formulas and mathematical concepts and to use them in product development.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw a valid conclusion.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This will be evaluated and handled on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements:

• Lift up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Push or pull with up to 50 lbs. of force on an occasional basis
• Any lifting of over 50 lbs. requires a team lift
• Stoop, kneel, climb or squat on an occasional basis
• Use hands to grip, pinch, handle, reach, or feel on a frequent basis
• Stand on a continuous basis and walk on a frequent basis
• Possess manual dexterity
• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· The work environment 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 noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection as required by OSHA noise level standards.

· Safety glasses are required for this position due to potential safety hazards.

· Nitrile gloves required when packing product

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.37 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Le Mars, IA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $0