Machine Operator - 1st Shift - Aurora, Ohio

Job Summary

Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you've never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The role of the Machine Operator, working in our Filter Assembly area, will be responsible for processing mesh fabric material into semi‑finished and finished product by performing various slitting, cutting, and stapling techniques. Follow production priorities and sequences to meet Glasweve filter customer requirements and accurately record material and labor usage for corresponding work orders. Notify supervisor immediately regarding any barrier in meeting production requirements.

• Safely and efficiently perform slitting functions to ensure materials meet width specifications:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Selecting appropriate raw material (rolls), placing on slitter, setting up slitter by positioning blades in the proper sequence and spacing, and initiating the slitting process.
  • Attaching slit ends to new cardboard tube in rewinder, running machine to slit and rewind material, and cutting full tube to length.
  • Removing slit width rolls and placing in queue for cutting to length or packaging as finished product.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Safely and efficiently perform klicker/guillotine cutter functions:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Setting up machine by selecting required parameters and appropriate carton size quantity for finished product, and attaching pre‑print labels.
  • Sealing cartons and stacking on pallet.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Safely and efficiently perform mold press functions:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Loading material(s) into mold press, and unloading finished product when automatic press opens.
  • Trimming, stacking, and packing cups.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Safely and efficiently perform assembly functions:
  • Scanning bar code(s) on work order(s) and reading work order(s) instructions for product specifications such as run quantities, configuration of components and raw material.
  • Performing assemblies by rolling, folding, or applying multiple components.
  • Stapling components using a foot‑activated, electric powered industrial stapler, or modifying using a band saw, drill press or table saw.
  • Completing work order traveler by capturing material usage, number of parts produced, rejected material, and ending job using the bar code scanner.
• Promptly notify supervisor(s) of any problems or machine malfunctions that create barriers for meeting output requirements.

Education/Experience

One (1) year of manufacturing or machine operation experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

While performing the functions of this position, the Team Member is continuously required to talk or…