SUMMARY:
Confirm items being run on the line meet product requirements. Operate line at a pace of 4 panels per minute, Face and Back stations, Press and Putty items as indicated in D-365. Make Tickets according to the layup list provided. Ensure press settings are being used according to the POS’s posted. Perform all labor entries accurately and record pertinent process data. Perform quality checks as needed and provide instant feedback to area lead. This position rotates and is responsible for knowing all operating facets of the line. Tag and separate all loads according to SOP’s and POS’s.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Print pertinent tags and inventory tags
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Basic knowledge of Microsoft D-365 as it pertains to your duties
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Perform inventory transactions in D-365
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Read and follow the visual schedule
- Basic knowledge of how panels are constructed in layup
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Knowledge of quality issues that affect work centers downstream
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Know correct orientation of veneer when pairing or laying
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Able to achieve 4 panels laid per minute for a shift per day
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Communicate effectively with forklift driver and other shift personnel
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Operate, load and unload press.
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Set pressure and heat cycle times.
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Operate trim section of the line.
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Measure glue spread and adjust as needed for product.
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Quality checks on one-step core lines on every load
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Inspect and maintain press plates to std.
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Clean Area around Press and Spreaders throughout shift as specified.
- Be Safety Conscious at all times
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General housekeeping duties within immediate area.
- Must have the ability to operate a micrometer and complete required paperwork
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Ability to read and understand the layup list
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Must be trained and follow lockout / tagout procedures
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Drive forklift daily at break times
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Be able to match the grades & species of wood with the load tickets
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Observe any defects in the panels and communicate them to a lead
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Communicate with lead on all glue related issues
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Clean Presses as needed.
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Inspect loads from spreader for quality defects
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Observe and follow all safety rules and regulations.
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Follow all lockout/tag out (LOTO), when required.
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Read and understand putty color charts, proper document information on putty production reports and able to enter production information into MRP system and verify all customer notes.
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Rotate in all putty positions and willing to learn other jobs in the SCP Area.
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Must be TWI certified and complete JSA’s in the SCP areas.
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Must know how to clean, maintain, and trouble shoot.
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Meet production and quality standards for the Putty areas.
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Participate in Kaizen, 5S events, Safety and/or Quality Spoke.
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Must support the team in achieving all Safety, Production and Quality goals.
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
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Good hand/eye coordination.
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Basic computer skills; working knowledge of a MRP system
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Will need to be certified through the TWI certification program.
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Use of micrometer
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Experience with label making and computers.
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Experience with moving sheets of veneer with speed and care
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
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Good communication skills.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
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Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
REASONING ABILITY:
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Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and oral instructions
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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Ability to walk and stand over 2/3 of your shift.
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Ability to use and reach with your hands and arms.
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Ability to climb or balance over 1/3 of your shift.
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Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl over 1/3 of your shift.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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Use of personal protective equipment is always required. (Hearing protection and safety glasses)
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General mill environment. High noise, dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic.
