Tray Former Operator - Clamshell - 1st Shift (5 Day / 12 Hour)

All jobs at Southern Champion Tray (SCT) require Team members to act in accordance with the shared Core Values and Operating principles of the company as they perform specific job functions. These include:

• Trustworthy – We strive for our actions to match our words in all our relationships.
• Servant – Hearted – We enable and empower our team to serve the needs of customers, Team members, suppliers and the community.
• Relational – We aim to build healthy relationships while fostering and environment that promotes compassion, balance, and personal and professional growth.
• Resourceful – We value strategic insourcing, first looking to create solutions internally, and then looking to apply that knowledge to future opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibility of learning the machine(s) to insure that quality products are achieved at a consistent rate of speed in accordance with machine standards, color requirements, and ensure all safety procedures are followed.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learns to set up machine in a consistent manner as instructed in the training program, follow the procedures with regard to proper set up unless the training is changed and properly recorded with regard to procedure
• Learns to make machine adjustments in order to maintain machine at safety, quality, and production standards
• Follows all checklist procedures fully, keep all parts in their proper place, and recommend replacement or repair of worn parts by alerting lead, supervisor or maintenance.
• Observes safety procedures at all times
• Uses computer system to log productivity and remarks on job, accurately completes production report and record production data and downtime
• Inspects printed cartons to verify accuracy and clarity of printing. Analyze and correct production problems, using all of the enhanced tools available contacting the supervisor for assistance when necessary
• Documents and report all non-conforming product to supervisor or lead or quality person

• Responsible for all equipment, tools assigned, and notify the supervisor of any additional tools or equipment that would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
• Learns to troubleshoot, diagnose, and assists in repair of machine malfunctions; performs routine cleaning, and maintenance
• Follows all instructions issued on the work jacket and advise the supervisor of any incorrect or non-recorded information that is necessary for proper set-up and operation
• Keeps all necessary supplies available
• Responsible for the quality of the product, packaging, labeling, and stocking Communicates well with other team members  
• Wears appropriate PPE for the task and the area.
• Welcomes updates and improvements to processes and follow new procedures and innovations, which would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
• Performs work in a manner that keeps down time to a minimum
• Maintains a clean work environment in accordance with Food Safety and 5S systems
• Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines. Use situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions
• May be asked to help with duties in other areas or departments

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have basic computer skills and possess ability to utilize software. Must have mechanical ability and skills.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English. Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed.