Calender operator job description

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK CONDITIONS and ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Employment Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The Company is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident is required for most positions.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This job description has been reviewed with me. I agree that I meet the minimum requirements to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Additionally, I understand the physical and mental capabilities necessary to perform satisfactorily the essential functions of the position and I agree that I am able to handle the physical and mental demands for this position.

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Calender Machine Operator - Reading, PA



We have an immediate opening for a Machine Operator at our 621 Brentwood Drive Facility. Hours are 2:30 pm - 11 pm, Monday thru Friday.


The Calender Operator will run the Calendar and Extrusion machines to efficiently heat, mix, extrude and press plastic into a calendared film of various thicknesses. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.


Essential Responsibilities:

• Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machines.
• Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
• Operates calender and extrusion equipment and is responsible for setting all heat processing parameters, including all width and gauge changes for the plastic film produced.
• Maintains machinery and operates at highest efficiency while inspecting product for quality defects, gauge control, product specification, and overall functions of the line.

• Inputs daily production information in computer shop floor data collection system to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Operates and monitors material transfer system. Regulates feed rates according to production demand.
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a team environment.
• Completes necessary paperwork and reports pertaining to production, quality control, and inventory control measures.
• Clean workstation at the end of shift.
• Assists with other tasks as necessary to help maintain efficient production.
• Perform all work procedures in accordance with safety standards.
• Perform all work procedures according to the established quality assurance standards required by ISO9001.

Essential Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and comprehend multi-step instructions, short correspondences, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondences.

Brentwood offers professional growth potential, pleasant work environment, and an excellent wage and benefits package including 401K w/employer match. Brentwood Industries, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

At Brentwood, we have a passion for both our products and our people. Our goal as an employer is to help you excel as an individual and as part of a team by providing you with a satisfying, motivating and stimulating work experience. The varied nature of the environment at Brentwood allows you to work alongside industry professionals on a wide range of projects, contributing your knowledge and strengths to develop innovative, market-driven solutions.

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