Operator B

**Job Purpose** - Production Operators are responsible for safely operating secondary functions of major machines in assigned area, plus all single person machines or functions. **Primary Duties** - Attendance and punctuality. Arrive to work on time and as scheduled. - Read and follow operating procedures, specifications and instructions. - Calculate and fill in production time sheets and logbooks. - Responsible for the operation and output of the secondary functions of a major machine or operating a single person machine or function with low product impact. - Responsible for understanding all safety requirements of the job. - Correct and train the other crew members. - Ensure all directions, instructions, specifications, and procedures are followed. - Produce quality products. - Ensure efficient operation of the function, machine, and/or crew. - Locate and deliver various component parts, checking stock for proper number and use. - Assist in setting and maintaining line controls. - Self-serve as needed and/or operate a forklift/overhead cranes, hoists. - Perform any other task deemed necessary by Management. - Perform specification check - overall gauge, cover gauges, plies, length and width. **Secondary Duties** - Use and properly care for hand tools while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. - Perform responsibilities with limited supervision. - Timely communication with Production Supervisor regarding production problems to eliminate downtime - Follow all company policies and procedures related to personal safety, machine safety, and safety rules. Attend all required safety trainings as directed by Supervisor. - Report all injuries, hazards and near "misses" to your supervisor immediately. - The above statements are general and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work elements. **Scope of Responsibility** - Must be able to operate all secondary functions of major machines in assigned area, plus all single person machines or functions; have a good general understanding of the overall operation of the department together with some knowledge of the construction of the product being made. - While working in the Production department form amicable relationships with co-workers and external visitors/contractors - The position includes working on all 3 shifts performing various tasks as determined by the Supervisor. **Required Education & Experience** - Grade 12 Diploma or GED - Mechanically inclined **Preferred Education & Experience** - 2 years manufacturing experience - Ability to work with tight deadlines - Possess the ability to multi - task - Previous fork lift and overhead crane experience would be an asset **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities** - Analytical, Interpersonal, Mechanical, & Organizational Skills - Decision Making - Detail Oriented - Flexible & Adaptable - Machine Operations - Problem Solving - Time Management - Use of Hand Tools - Verbal & Written Communications - Work Independently **Working Conditions/Physical Demands** - Ability to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis - Ability to move 100 lbs on a regular basis - Ability to work shihfts, weekends, and/or holidays - Frequent manual dexterity - Routinely stand, squat, and/or work in confined spaces - Visual acuity - Work in varying atmospheric & physical conditions