Set-Up Operator Night Shift 630 pm-300 am M-F Overtime as needed
Hickory, NC - USA
Job Summary
Position Summary
Ensures the safe efficient flow of pocket-coil production by setting up monitoring troubleshooting and maintaining Lian Rou coilers assembly equipment and related roll-packing systems. Supports consistent product quality accurate material control and reliable equipment operation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Equipment Setup Operation and Maintenance
- Respond to machine trouble lights diagnose issues and make appropriate adjustments to assembly equipment and coilers.
- Perform assembly-machine and coiler setups according to product specifications.
- Perform advanced coiler diagnostics to identify faulty valves bearings timing issues and other conditions that may prevent production of a quality coil.
- Perform advanced coiler tuning including re-timing equipment after cam changes.
- Independently complete advanced maintenance and repairs on assemblers and coilers within the scope of the position.
- Lubricate machine components as required check oil levels and prevent grease or oil from contacting finished product.
- Set up and operate the roll-pack machine; change roll-pack paper as needed.
- Refill the glue hopper and maintain required operating supplies.
Production and Material Flow
- Monitor the status of idle machines and ensure they are prepared to run when needed.
- Keep backup coiling wire and fabric staged near each machine to minimize downtime.
- Change fabric and wire rolls using a forklift following all applicable safety procedures.
- Tag partially used wire rolls when removing them from a machine.
- Check machine locations for material variances and use the JDE system to transfer record and tag materials and finished product accurately.
- Transfer finished units from the kick-off table to a cart or roll-pack machine.
- Roll-pack finished units wrap completed product as required and move finished units using a hand cart or forklift.
Quality and Team Support
- Monitor coil size and quality throughout production.
- Verify that first-piece inspection has been completed before full production begins.
- Measure finished units and perform required quality checks.
- Monitor sort and repair coil strands with scissors as needed.
- Work with core-group members to ensure conforming product is produced and quality concerns are addressed promptly.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean safe and organized work area throughout the shift and complete end-of-shift housekeeping.
- Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality; consistent presence is essential to the success of the position and the company.
- Work overtime sometimes on short notice when required to support production or respond to equipment breakdowns.
- Perform the duties of the position independently and seek assistance when conditions exceed training or authorization.
- Complete other job-related assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Education training and/or manufacturing experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position safely and effectively.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read and follow product specifications setup instructions work instructions and quality requirements.
- Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot adjust and repair production equipment.
- Ability to use measuring tools and recognize nonconforming coils or finished units.
- Ability to use JDE and related production-record systems accurately.
- Ability to work independently prioritize equipment needs and respond with urgency to production interruptions.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Frequently stand walk bend at the waist stretch reach twist stoop kneel crouch climb or balance as job duties require.
- Use hands and fingers to handle feel assemble adjust and repair parts and materials.
- Lift pull push or exert force up to 50 pounds.
- Use close vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of conditions encountered while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work near moving mechanical parts and in areas with vibration and potential electrical hazards.
- Regular exposure to moderate machine noise; hearing protection is required at all times in designated areas.
- Exposure to dirty or dusty conditions and occasional contact with solvents oils and grease.
- Work-area temperatures may exceed 95F during summer months.
- Normal work hours are generally eight hours per shift Monday through Friday; start times end times workdays and overtime may vary based on production demand.
At HSM we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race creed color religion sex national origin ancestry marital status affectionate or sexual orientation gender identity or expression or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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About Company
HSM specializes in the manufacturing of components for the furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging and healthcare industries; and the design and construction of automated production machinery for the bedding, apparel, aerospace and other industries.