Operator I

Operator I Full-time Department: Other 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. •