Machine Operator- 1st shift

Come join our culturally diverse and dynamic team at National Novelty Brush Company!

*NNBC is a Drug Free environment & Drug Testing is a requirement for employment.*

Enjoy our safety and wellness initiatives along with a family friendly and growth oriented

environment where we value a healthy work/life balance. Company sponsored events included.

1st shift 6:00am-2:30pm~ This position is working in our compression molding department

manufacturing plastic caps. Heavy lifting and in the summer this dept. does get hot!

This position enables employee to grow from Level C operator , B, A then if interested an

Apprentice program to train to become a set-up mechanic!!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Compression Molding “C” operator is responsible for the overall quality of the caps, ensuring smooth operation of the machines, adding compound to machines and keeping the area clean and organized.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operate up to 7 molding machines, (if running the Alliance machines, must be authorized).
• Take quality shots every hour and record results on appropriate paperwork.
• Prepare production reports and tickets, confirming that item and ticket match.
• Inspect caps in cooling trays, and remove excess flash.
• Check caps for blisters, burns, cracks, etc. and notify appropriate personnel of the issue (Set-up mechanic, QC, Supervisor).
• Sweep floor in the department throughout the shift, removing flash and caps to prevent slips, trips and falls.
• Add powder to barrels as needed.
• Remove barrels of caps from the department, weighing barrels and taking them to the washer.
• Turn powder off with HMI control screen when machine or quality issues are identified. (Level “C” operators are not permitted to turn powder on).
• Record labor entries and material issue in SAP as needed.
• Clean inside the cage after the machine has been approved to enter by a Setup Mechanic or Supervisor.
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).

Experience:

N/A

Computer Skills:

Basic computer skills required.

Prerequisites:

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally)

Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

F

10 lbs or less

O

Walk

O

11-20 lbs

O

Sit

N

21-50 lbs

O

Manually Manipulate

O

51-100 lbs

N

Grasp

O

Over 100 lbs

N

Reach Outward

O

Reach Above Shoulder

N

Push/Pull

Speak

O

12 lbs or less

O

Climb

O

13-25 lbs

O

Crawl

N

26-40 lbs

O

Squat or Kneel

O

41-100 lbs

O

Bend

O

• Vision (Near, Depth), Color Discrimination.

• Sense of touch.

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Safety Goggles and Hearing Protection.

Typical manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels. Temperatures in the summer months can reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit in the Compression Molding Department.

Benefits

Locally owned / in business for over 100 years

NNBC is an EOE

Weekly paycheck

Employer pays 80% of employee’s medical premium with Highmark PPO

Dental

Vision

Short/Long Term Disability

Critical Illness

Accident Insurance

$15,000 Company Paid Basic Life and Disability Insurance

Occasional overtime - optional

Plant closed for paid holidays

Earn PTO hours immediately

Quarterly & Annual Attendance Bonus

Robust Referral Bonus

Annual Performance Bonus

401K/Roth and Profit Sharing

Educational assistance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Type: Full-time stable and growing company

National Novelty Brush Company (NNBC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NNBC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. NNBC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.