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Kodak Moments
Kodak Moments is a leading global provider of photo products and services to retailers, consumers, and entertainment properties. We inspire consumers to bring their memories to life--delivering innovative, high-quality photo products and experiences they find truly meaningful. Powered by over 100,000 consumer touchpoints across 30 countries globally, it's our mission to be the brand consumers choose to celebrate and preserve life's memories, from the big events to the everyday moments that matter.
Colorado
Kodak Alaris Colorado is the home of Kodak Moments Thermal Media Manufacturing and the Windsor Regional Distribution Center. The operations are responsible for the manufacturing and distribution of thermal media for photographic applications.
Job Summary
Kodak Moments Colorado is seeking an individual to join a high-performance work team at its manufacturing facility in Windsor, Colorado. This dynamic role will directly support the Thermal Media Manufacturing business in a variety of areas including: chemical mixing, gravure printing, and quality control. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: working safely with hazardous chemicals and large equipment; process start-ups, changeovers, and shutdowns; real-time monitoring and control of the printing and batching operations; recognizing, troubleshooting, and resolving quality defects; and maximizing process performance. This role will work under the immediate direction of a senior Team Leader who will guide day-to-day responsibilities and directly report to the Technical and Operations Manager for the area. This individual will ultimately be expected to work safely; be a team player; effectively communicate with Operators, Mechanics, Technical Staff, and Management; and follow standardized procedures.
Performance Dimensions and Tasks
Machines & Process Control – Time Spent 50%
Monitor machine indicators and process information; recognize and respond to process alarms; adjust manufacturing set points; identify abnormalities and respond with appropriate action(s); execute experiments; collect routine quality control samples; monitor quality control software and respond to issues; read and comprehend standard operating procedures; follow Corrective Action Guidelines (CAG’s); communicate observations to Maintenance and Technical staff during troubleshooting
Machine & Process Setup/Startup/Shutdown – Time Spent 20%
Follow standard startup/shutdown procedures to activate/deactivate equipment on a weekly basis; change out hardware between product campaigns; setup hardware for new product campaigns; ensure manufacturing set points are all correct to start processes; perform routine cleaning of equipment on a weekly basis
Material Handling – Time Spent 10%
Identify, retrieve, transport, load, and unload correct raw materials; operate motorized riding and hand-driven trucks; operate equipment to incorporate raw materials into processes; maintain hazardous waste containers; wear proper personal protective equipment during specific tasks; follow safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals
Troubleshooting – Time Spent 10%
Recognize problematic quality defects or machine operating conditions; escalate significant issues to necessary parties; use critical thinking to consider possible root causes; decide on a course of action to resolve the problem; follow standardized procedures to correct known issues; partner effectively with Maintenance and Technical Staff to resolve issues via supplying observations and performing experiments to better characterize the problem
Data Entry & Reporting – Time Spent 10%
Fill out daily efficiency reports; perform raw material consumption transactions via business planning software; write deviation reports to detail troubleshooting events and escalate issues; maintain visual factory communication boards to track machine performance; enter data into quality control software
Job Specifications
Required Education:
High School Diploma/GED
Preferred Education:
Gravure Operator Certificate
Required Experience:
N/A
Preferred Experience:
Gravure Printing Operations
Two(+) years in a manufacturing environment
Powered Industrial Truck driving
Required Skills:
Basic reading, writing, math
Effective verbal and written communication in English
Interpersonal skills
Organization
Monitoring
Active Listening
Critical Thinking Time Management
Decision Making
Computer data entry
Reading Comprehension
Multi-tasking
Preferred Skills:
Microsoft Office suite proficiency
Troubleshooting
Basic repair with tools
Required Knowledge:
Basic mechanics and tool usage
Preferred Knowledge:
Gravure printing fundamentals
Quality Control Six Sigma
Lean Manufacturing
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM)
Required Physical:
Pushing & Pulling (10-20%)
Lifting & Carrying up to 50 pounds (10-20%)
Standing and Walking (40-90%)
Extended Reach, Repetitive Work, Bending (10-20%)
Climbing Stairs (10-20%)
Constant Visual Attention (70-90%)
Data Entry (10-20%)
Work a 12 hr rotating A/B schedule (Week A: M/T/W/R 6:45 AM-7:00 PM days / Week B: M/T/W nights 6:45 PM –
7:00 AM)
Visual Color Discrimination
Preferred Physical: N/A
Job Context
Primarily indoors (climate-controlled manufacturing area) and periodically outdoors
Work environment involves hazardous equipment and chemicals
Wears common personal protective safety equipment
Works within teams
Regularly scheduled, rotating shift work
Regular time pressure constraints with machine downtime allowances
Periodic overtime required to meet business needs
Mobility required (twisting, bending, stooping, squatting, gripping, kneeling, reaching)
Accuracy and exactness Face-to-face discussions
Key Competencies
Communication
Problem Solving
Fostering Teamwork
Learning
Attention to Detail
Initiative
Compensation:
$19-23 Based on Experience
Kodak Alaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
As a member of the Kodak Alaris team you will be eligible to participate in our flexible benefits program which include paid flexible time off, health, dental and vision coverage, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan with company match, short-term and long term disability coverage and life insurance.
