This position supports Kwik Lok production activities through the manufacturing of Kwik Lok closure. This position upholds the Kwik Lok Corporation philosophies through dedication to continuing improvement of quality, food safety, integrity and hard work. This is an hourly, non-exempt position and reports directly to the Production Manager.
Essential Functions
- Operating granulator, recycling production and extrusion waste into regrind material for use in extrusion.
- Make sure that material is free from contamination, such as metal, paper, other colored scraps, etc…
- All scrap will be stored in the scrap area designated when it comes from Kwik Lok and any leftovers from the grinding operation after a color change on the grinder will be returned to the scrap storage area.
- Ensure lids are in place on all regrind barrels, boxes and tote bins.
- Clean assigned work area daily and during a color change to ensure clean work environment.
- Follow all company established food safety and quality guidelines and procedures.
- Additional Functions as assigned and needed for the good of the organization.
Further Expectations
- Arrives on time for their shift which is Sunday - Thursday 11:00P – 7:00A
- Dress in appropriate clothing and shoes, ready to work.
- Operators will start shift off by collecting all the materials they need for their shift.
- Operators will begin grinding plastic as soon as possible.
- Operate the equipment for its intended purpose and use care as to not damage the equipment.
- It is the expectation that the machines will continue running during the entire shift (except breaks and lunch).
- It is the expectation that if a grinder is down, the operator will assist the extruder in another manner. This can include cleaning the work area, prepping for the next roll, working on paperwork, whatever may be beneficial to the extruder to do their job.
- Absolutely no food or gum at the machines.
- Only clear water bottles filled with water are allowed at the machines.
- Teamwork is encouraged in this position for the success of both operators and for the organization.
Qualifications
- Self-motivated, takes ownership of position.
- Good Work ethic.
- Team player works well with co-workers and able to take direction from management.
- Strives for continual improvement.
- Seeks and accepts feedback for personal development.
Work Environment
- Noise level in office 10 dB, 85-95 dB in production.
- Ability to frequently lift 40 lbs.
- Occasionally bends, squats, reaches, kneels.
- Regularly sits, stands, and walks.
- Constantly hearing, seeing, and talking.
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What We Do
Kwik Lok is a market leader in automated, consumer-product closure systems that improve the lives and protect the health of millions of people and families throughout the world. Our beginnings are humble and our mission is simple - make sure the food people eat is being kept fresh and safe. Kwik Lok’s Vision is to lead the way in innovating reliable, sustainable packaging, and new product solutions that improve the lives of our employees, customers, and communities.
In the 66 years we have been in business, however, our have branched out from our humble bag closure beginnings and we are now pleased to offer bag closures, bag closing equipment, labels, and printing solutions for just about all bagged packages. Our closure systems protect perishable inventory – from a few ounces up to 90 lbs.
Kwik Lok closures are a low-cost way to protect food and other consumer products. They feature easy resealing that lengthens useful product life and reduces waste. Kwik Lok closures are 100% traceable, reusable and recyclable.
We are dedicated to creating the best bag closing, printing solutions, and sustainable options to the baking, produce, and other industries around the world. While implementing responsible manufacturing practices, we provide the highest quality equipment and closures, top level service, constant innovation, and aggressive efforts to improve in all areas. This results in one of life’s little conveniences, the ability to easily reclose a package.
Look for our Kwik Lok team at the next trade show to see the advantages of having Kwik Lok on your packaging line!
Interested in working with us? Find out if we are hiring: https://kwik-lok.breezy.hr
