Front Utility

Must be able to read and adjust machine parameters using computer program and controls.

• Forklift Traffic

With over 70 years of innovative products and services, Valto is the world’s leading provider of FRP composite panels. Our lightweight composite products deliver unsurpassed strength and durability; and we continue to pioneer next level performance in building materials, recreational vehicles, and transportation. We deliver quality products that perform in demanding environments.

Valto is seeking a Front Utility to be based in Jonesboro, Arkansas, reporting directly to the Operations Supervisor. Their role is critical to ensuring production runs efficiently, safely, and without interruption.

• Maintain good attendance and a positive work attitude.
• Have knowledge and understanding of all safety guidelines and specific safety hazards associated with position.
• Have knowledge of and use all safety equipment required for position.
• Need basic understanding of materials used in process and how they are to be handled.
• Must be able to operate all front-end equipment, coiler, tape measure, tape gun, utility knife, skill saw, coil cart and overhead crane.
• Ability to read measuring instruments, including tape measure.
• Must be able to read and adjust machine parameters using computer program and controls.
• Good Verbal And Written Communication Skills.
• Ability to work in a harmonious manner and interact in a cooperative way with supervisors and co-workers.

• Must wear or use all required personal protective equipment.
• Read, understand and adhere to rules and guidelines stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Must have understanding of start up and shut down operations.
• Ensure product quality standards are maintained for all products and conform to Quality system procedures and documentation.
• Perform Required Recordkeeping And Documentation.
• Assist with all training of all new and temporary employees assigned to the work area.
• Monitor operating condition of equipment and machinery at front-end of the line.
• Communicate any equipment failure or other issues to supervisor and write work orders, as necessary.
• Maintain clean work area throughout the work-day and follow all safety procedures and rules.
• Must be able to work various shifts, as determined by business and production requirements.
• Perform Other Work As Directed By Supervisor

• Conduct safety check on equipment and machines.
• Report unsafe equipment to supervisor and maintenance.
• Communicate with lead inspector on daily assignments.
• Set up skids for material to be ran.
• Cut and measure core tubes for up coming job.
• Make sure coil cart is functioning and battery is charged.
• Each front utility should have a tape gun.
• Use skill saw to cut boards needed for skids and overseas products.

• Roll film and gel coated film at the end of production line.
• If instructed, assist the shear operator on start up.
• Notify inspector for missed defects at start up.
• Assist inspectors on inserting light table or section of rollers.

• Report unsafe working conditions and equipment failures to supervisor.
• Count and record number of panels on skids.
• Operate coil cart to remove coils.
• Utilize ability to coil all coils tightly and accurate as possible.
• Notify lead person for potential loose or egg shaped coils.
• Mark all skids with yellow tabs to determine amount and skid change.
• Remove excessive tack film tails at splices.

• Remove rejected panels from conveyors.
• Place rejected panels on a B grade skid.
• Notify packers of coils and skids that need to be removed from inspection area.
• Assist A and B inspectors according to Lead inspector command.

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