Machine Operator

Company: Custom Converting Inc.
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

Do you love taking things apart and put them back together and enjoy working with different products and machinery? We are looking for a Machine Operator who is mechanically inclined and takes pride in a job well done, helping to create and manufacture custom parts and components for a variety of industries. Join our innovative team in a family-oriented environment where we have a passion for exceeding expectations as we bring specialized manufacturing and packaging solutions to businesses worldwide. As a 37-year San Diego based company, we proudly partner with clients in many industries including the life sciences, diagnostic, retail and electronic industries by manufacturing custom parts and components. Keep reading IF: You are a jack of all trades who takes initiative by producing a variety of quality products and thrives on finding solutions and driving jobs forward by asking questions and ensuring team members are all on board. You are a tenacious individual with a conviction to own projects and take responsibility for issues from start to finish. You enjoy turning challenges and obstacles into opportunities and do so with uncompromising quality and pride in doing even the little things well. You are mechanically inclined with a learning mentality who likes to know how things work and are put together. You are coachable and like to be challenged and take on new tasks with the ability to recognize problems and produce workable solutions. You have a high degree of focus on detailed requirements and measurements to ensure that products conform to detailed specifications. ESSENTIAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: In the first 30 days and ongoing: Learns Custom Converting's manufacturing processes, procedures and safety protocols and applies those to learn how to operate 2-3 different machines. Meets and develops rapport with team and Production Manager, wearing appropriate attire and safety equipment. Can set up simple jobs with some supervision, such as slitting a master role of adhesive or film to a smaller size, can perform basic tension adjustments, and has learned basic overall functionality of 2-3 machines. As problems in production occur, utilizes systems in place to troubleshoot and fix errors for 15 mins independently before calling the Production Manager or Lead Operator to assist. By the 3rd month mark and ongoing: Maintains daily logs and records of jobs/units produced and daily yield and scrap rate. Is able to achieve yield and scrap goals for -60% of jobs and is able to set up machines on time. Performs simple jobs with little to no supervision, e.g. die cutting of eye shield lenses. Taking on new and different jobs utilizing 5-6 machines with a positive, can do attitude. Regularly performs quality checks to ensure jobs are processed to customer specifications. By the 6th month mark and ongoing: Regularly attends safety meetings/trainings and remains accident free, encouraging team members to safely operate machines. Takes on more complex projects and is competent using most of the die cutting machines. Begins to proactively troubleshoot when goals are not met and identifies the error, e.g. if a tool is not sharp enough or the material was faulty and brings these to the Production Manager to help address and improve productivity and efficiency. By the 9th - 12th month mark and ongoing: Able to take on 80% of all projects, simple and complex and are competent using all machines, troubleshooting and solving problems for own jobs and with the team weekly. By 12th month, is independent in role, actively managing jobs from machine set up to packaging Receives consistent, positive feedback reviews from team members, customers, and Production Manager. Consistently meeting yield per hour goals for 80% of all jobs. EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of mechanical background with the ability to measure a plus Experience in printing, manufacturing, production, woodshop, construction, or automobile industries a plus Experience in manual machine operation a plus Demonstrated proficient with using hand tools and reading drawings a plus Openness to learn something new every day in a fast-paced environment required Proven ability to be troubleshooting and problem solving with a strong sense of urgency, initiative and drive required Ability to lift and/or operate tools and devices in order to work with heavy machinery, typically minimum 40-60 lbs required High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience WHO WE ARE: Since, 1983, CCI has specialized in converting, manufacturing and packaging products for business worldwide. We are an innovative and diversified manufacturing team providing laminating, slitting, die cutting, assembling, and packaging of sensitive materials. These sensitive materials include Nitrocellulose membranes, pressure sensitive adhesives, transfer adhesives, plastics, foams, various woven and non-woven materials. With a family-oriented environment, we have a passion for exceeding the expectations for our customers, known for quality and integrity in the industry. COMPANY BENEFITS INCLUDE: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401K, PTO, employee lead trainings, monthly social events HOURLY WAGE: Hourly wage depends upon experience. 1st Shift is working over-time regulary. [Note: Other positions available for more experienced Rotary Press / Printing Press Operators] Employees with dedication and a desire to learn can quickly move to higher wage positions with more responsibility. We are looking for someone to come and learn and grow within the company! Come join the team! Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $15 - $16 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No

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