Operator, Reticulation

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Job Grade: N/A (NA)

Business Unit: Technical Foam

Hiring Manager: Kevin Blevins

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy.

We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

This job description reflects managements’ assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Operate the reticulation chamber effectively to meet production demands while following HS&E practices and customer quality standards.

• Obtains a copy of the daily production schedule
• Operates the reticulation chamber
• Identifies process concerns using problem solving skills
• Inspects the foam for post reticulation defects
• Loads the reticulation chamber using a squeeze lift
• Notifies the production supervisor or team lead of any process concerns
• Practice and maintain 5s philosophy by maintaining area/equipment clean, well-ordered, and organized.
• Promotes teamwork & cooperation through the use of Lean tools, WPS, TWI, Book Club, 5S, TPM, etc., as well as support and promote the participation of Natural Work Teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by shift supervisor.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence& memos and able to write simple correspondence.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Basic computer skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Mechanical/ Skilled Trade Experience Preferred

• Minimum
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.

Ability to read and interpret documents and training materials such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions as well as procedure manuals. Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills are required.

Basic math skills required to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of numbers, decimal and fractions.

A successful employee would have the capability to decide the safest and most cost-effective manner to perform daily activities and have the understanding to ask for help or direction on any said function that he or she isn’t completely sure of. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the…