Line Operator

The Company Taylor Adhesives is a subsidiary company of Meridian Adhesives Group which is a rapidly growing full service global adhesive solutions provider. Fueled by more than 20 acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader in the electronics, flooring, infrastructure, product assembly, and packaging markets with an expanding global footprint.Job DescriptionUnder the direction of the Latex Department Crew leader: (l) prepares the automated filling line for product dispensing into pails; (2) loads appropriate pails, lids and labels into the equipment per the packaging ticket (3) ensures product is Quality Control approved prior to dispensing; (4) verifies proper equipment operation; (5) operates batch code printer ensuring correct batch number is printed on every pail; (6) fills each pail to the proper level per the production scheduled on time; (7) manually labels pails and cartons, affixes batch codes and packages products using the manual latex line; (8) enter production data into the applicable daily report database.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesDispense products accurately into proper containers as scheduled end on time.Complete daily production requirements by following Latex Department production packaging schedule.Using the packaging ticket, conduct pre-packaging verification by confirming appropriate pails, lids, labels, cartons and batch codes prior to filling.Inspect and clean automated line fill heads after each batch, or as required.Ensure standard line flushing procedures are accomplished, as required'Accurately document quantities packaged.Ensure partial pallets in the warehouse are filled as the appropriate product is produced.After each batch, return unused packaging materials to their proper storage location-Document, on the packaging ticket, any damaged packaging materials prior to disposal.Add remix material into the mixers per Quality Control batch ticket instructions, as required.Keep automated equipment clean and free of adhesive.Perform specified 6ut.tt code printer operator maintenance on a daily basis.Keep assigned work area clean.HousekeepingMaintain a clean and safe work area, facility and equipment by following routine housekeeping standards.Cap or plug hose, plumbing fittings and pour heads when not in use.Equipment must be cleaned of adhesive after each batch.Clean up overfill situations immediately.Place scrap cardboard, shrink wrap and banding material in trash receptacles.Sweep and mop work areas as needed and at the end of each shift. Rinse mop heads and mop buckets and return to the proper storage area after each use.Return cleaning equipment to assigned area after each use.Maintain assigned hand tools free of adhesive.SafetyMaintain a safe working environment by following the "safety Rules andGuidelines" and the "Code of Safe Practices" as defined in the "Employee SafetyHandbook", and by Company policy.Other DutiesParticipate in physical inventories and cycle counting.Contribute to team effort, i.e. assisting in any area required, etc.Minimum RequirementsEducation/ExperienceHigh School diploma or G.E.D preferredCurrent forklift certification trainingValid state driver's license, with a good driving recordSkillsMechanical aptitude with practical application skillsSpeak and write English clearly and distinctlyPerform with minimal supervisionPerform basic mathematical skillsTake direction and apply to the assigned taskPossess basic computer skillsPhysical ConditionsWork performed is very physical in natureRoutine bending, stooping, stair climbing and reaching requiredLifting and carrying materials and supplies, typically weighting 50 pounds or moreManual dexterity is required to operate tools, machinery, forklifts and controlsWorking ConditionsSpecial safety requirements, when working in a plant environment may applyMay be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materialsMay work in temperature and weather extremesPay: $18.00 per hourSchedule: 5am-3:30pm M-THBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insuranceSTD & LTDPaid time offReferral program