Elkhart- Rollfed Operator Job Elkhart area,Indiana USA,Manufacturing / Production

Rollfed Operator

The Rollfed Operator is responsible for preparation, set‑up, start and running manufacturing equipment under the guidance of the Production Shift Leader. Accountabilities also include ensuring that jobs meet quality specifications, manufacturing standards and that safety procedures are followed while working to continuously improve quality and productivity of manufacturing operations.

Essential Accountabilities Machine operation

Set‑up, operate and troubleshoot equipment to produce thermoformed parts to specification.

Ensure maximum efficiency of set‑up to include set‑up time, materials, production rate and material consumption.

Machine readiness – inspect machinery, equipment and tooling prior to set‑up.

Identify issues, which adversely affect product requirements and communicate with appropriate department personnel for resolution.

Perform routine maintenance and cleaning.

Identify nonconforming materials/products and work with shift leader for resolution.

Quality

Ensure part quality meets established standards.

Perform housekeeping duties.

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

Communication

Complete all shift documentation/paperwork.

Shift hand‑off – go over job status and updates with incoming shift.

Safety

Participate in safety programs.

Follow all established safety procedures.

Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year manufacturing or related experience
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to read, write and speak English to meet training, safety and quality requirements

Desired Skills

Experience operating manufacturing equipment
Organization and time management
Computer and software skills
Knowledge of quality control principles and Statistical Process Control

Position Requirements Work Environment Conditions

Inside (other):
Good Manufacturing Procedures/American Institute of Bakers certified manufacturing environment

Equipment/Tools Used

Thermoforming equipment, computers, controls, measurement equipment, pallet jacks, hand tools

Physical Requirements

Light work (lift 10 lbs): continuously – product & hand tools

Medium work (lift 11‑30 lbs.): regularly – product & hand tools

Heavy work (lift 31‑50 lbs.): occasionally – (three to four times per shift): rolls of material (using material handling equipment)

Other physical requirements:
Bending, stooping, climbing, reaching, twisting, standing for long periods of time

Mental requirements:
Reading, writing, calculating, interpersonal skills, reasoning/analysis, works with minimal supervision

Travel Frequency

None

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