Conversion

Modern Staffing is seeking a Conversion Operator for a manufacturing company located in Seguin, TX:

JOB SUMMARY:

To safely produce good, quality bags using conversion equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs routine operations required to operate and adjust multi-lane bag machines with autopak equipment to produce plastic bags from blown tubing.
• Work from specific team leader / supervisor instructions, standard operating procedures and precise product specification sheets in the routine operation and adjustment of multiple bag machines running multiple products.
• Perform set ups and changeovers based upon prescribed procedures and production demand.
• Use ruler, retractable knifes, hook knifes and various hand tools.
• Operate pallet jack and fork lift as assigned (once qualified).
• Perform Quality tests on finished product to insure quality of product and conformance to specified tolerances. Areas inspected include: length and width, preseal location and quality, side seals, perforation or slitting, bundle count and overall appearance.
• Perform leak audits according to standardized procedures and perform simple calculations to record results (for consumer bags).
• Make routine machine adjustments to correct minor deviations from tolerance.
• Diagnose routine problems, detect cause and perform required machine adjustments.
• Detect and report faulty equipment, unusual conditions and defective material to team leader / supervisor.
• Weigh scrap according to prescribed procedure.
• Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties or as directed.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow prescribed Safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, directed or in accordance with designated responsibilities.
• Train temporary personnel and others to perform routine operations required to operate and adjust multi-lane bag machines with autopak equipment to produce integral zipper bags from blown tubing.
• Operate up to two conversion machines as required with a Packer.
• Cover teammates during breaks.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic understanding of machine operations and adjustments.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds, work on feet for 12 hours, routinely reach.
• Good technical skills – some background in a mechanical field.
• Good attendance and work habits.
• Good communication skills.