Formation testing operator job description

WORK SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift (2:00pm- 10:00pm, Monday- Friday)

3rd Shift (10:00pm- 6:00am, Sunday- Thursday)

**All 3rd Shift employees receive Shift Differential pay

SUMMARY: The Grand Format Machine Operator I is responsible for the set-up, adjustment, and safe operation of all relevant equipment to produce quality finished products that meet customer specifications and completed in accordance with company policies and procedures.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Please note the listed duties and responsibilities do not cover or contain an inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Login to Batching System to view customer jobs due dates and identify priorities

• Examine job orders to determine details such as: quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, colors, and color sequences

• Perform work with: FlatBed Printer, Cutting Equipment, Seam and Grommet Equipment

• Setup assigned apparatus to specifications and run product

• Monitor assigned machine adjusting speed, temperature, ink flow and positions of products to ensure machine is maintaining the proper registration and/or proper cut and scoring specifications

• Unload machine and stack materials on the table or pallets

• Make adjustments as needed to maintain set specifications and timely flow of materials

• Inspect and examine printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications and external defects

• Maintain proper machine maintenance and lubrication

• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.

• Provide thorough training to employees including but not limited to new hires, transfers, and newly promoted employees as needed

• Report any/all workplace hazards, work related injuries, illnesses, incident, and/or

near misses to management immediately

• Keep all work area/station in compliance with our housekeeping guidelines

• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations

• Wear all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• 1-2 year’s previous experience working in a manufacturing/production environment

• IT Proficient

• Quality oriented and driven

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Mechanically inclined and production oriented

• Experience in a wide or large format production environment is a plus although further training will be provided

• Ability to read and comprehend job tickets assignments and customer instructional specifications

• Quality Oriented

• Team Player – Stays to get the job done

• Able to resolve practical production equipment problems with logical solutions in a timely manner

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Happy to work and accept varying shifts

• Flexible to cross train and work in other departments, apparatus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The job requires constant or frequent standing, walking, squatting, stopping, crouching and reaching

• May require some kneeling and may require the use of feet to operate machinery

• Frequent use of hands/fingers to operate machine and/or handle and grasp product

• Frequent lifting, carrying, or pulling products weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise at varying levels

• Vision requirements- close vision and fine vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to see color, shades, and brightness

Help us build the DNA of tech.

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.™

Do you want to be a part of the critical infrastructure in today's growing technology? Vishay Intertechnology, a global industry leader in the manufacturing of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components for applications in industrial, communications, transportation, consumer, medical, and defense products is currently seeking a full time Formation Operator in our Bennington, Vermont location. Position is a 2nd shift position, but training conducted on 1st.

Responsibilities:

* Performing chemical preparation materials used in the manufacturing process
* Working with a variety of automatic and semi auto machines and equipment, while following process specifications at all times; immerse into solution tanks for prescribed time and remove all at completion cycle
* Read meters and perform math calculations and adhere to specific instructions
* Makes minor but sensitive changeovers and set ups with required extreme accuracy
* Visually inspects parts for conformance to specifications and records data on lot traveler ticket Communicate process specifics/issues to Engineers/Technicians

Requirements:

* Must be mechanically inclined and fully trained in the use of micrometers, dial calipers, and analytical balance
* May have occasional exposure to dust, noise, heat, and mild chemicals that fall below acceptable limits as established by current government standards
* Able to stand of long intervals, light lifting is required
* Adheres to company quality and safety requirements
* Must wear required PPE

Pay:

* Based on experience

Benefits:

* Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
* 401(k)
* Paid Time Off
* Employee Assistance Programs
* Tuition Reimbursement

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as "U.S. Persons" according to U.S. federal law.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? If so, apply today.

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer