Paper Systems Operator (Packaging) - 1st Shift

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Full Time Manual Labor Schofield, WI, US

5 days ago Requisition

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 1 st Shift Paper Systems Operator
ole in our
Schofield, WI facility.

The Paper Systems Operator is responsible for assuring product quality and to satisfy all product specifications, while following all safety guidelines.

• Start up and shut down all process systems as required.
• Monitor paper product production system and adjust operator controls for optimal production throughout shift.
• Perform throughput tests as required by quality standards and procedures.
• Complete all required in process quality tests (volumetric test, B.D., moisture, and PPH etc.) and input all data by the end of the shift.
• Understand and apply any and all shipping requirements
• Clean entire production area as required by the cleaning schedule
• Performs regularly scheduled blow down and cleaning of the systems buildings and labs as assigned and perform other clean-up duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Must complete forklift training and abide by all safety practices.
• Must monitor system and monitor feeder boxes refilling when necessary.
• Must track and report accurate production and inventory numbers to Supervisor.
• Reports all maintenance issues and leaks in a timely manner and enters work orders in the CMMS as needed.
• Complete system changeovers using operating condition sheets and set-up sheets in accordance to the production schedule.
• Perform operator maintenance, adjust equipment as required, and assist maintenance technicians with repairs as needed.
• Keep Operating Condition Sheets up-to-date with accurate information on their shift's runtime, issues, and downtime.
• Completes shift reports, or portions thereof as directed by the supervisor, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the shift supervisor.
• Inspects process, performs cleaning, repair as required to maintain optimum performance & product quality.
• Attend all shift changeover meetings, safety meetings & training sessions as scheduled and required.
• Follow system set up to ensure proper quality. Recommend new ideas to improve performance, yields and through puts.
• SAFETY
• Follows all required safety programs and procedures including but not limited to;
  Fire Safety, Electrical Safety, LOTO, Respirator, and PPE.
• Wears proper PPE at all times.
• Monitor fire prevention systems to ensure they are functioning properly at all times! Any issues must be reported immediately and affected systems must be shut down until issues have been resolved.
• Employee needs to understand that if at any time a requirement to lift something that is heavy they should ask for help.
• Wear double hearing protection at all times in the wood floor systems.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to lift 20-40 lbs.
• Physical capability to bend, squat, or stoop

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• Monday - Friday

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site  AWF is an EEO employer.

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Columbia, MD 21046

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