SAM / Auger Operator (1st Shift, 7am-3pm, Duncansville)

Manufacturing is seeking a highly motivated, self-starter for  SAM / Auger Operator who will be dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality products.

This position will work 1st shift (7am-3pm) at our Duncansville location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

- Days of Operation – 5 days per week plus overtime as needed
- SAM / Auger Machine Operation – Operate equipment, load rolls, perform changeovers, machine adjustments, etc.
- Quality Standards – Demonstrate an ability to adjust the process to meet quality standards
- Quality Inspection – Perform quality checks and collect quality data as required
- Production Reporting – Enter production quantities and material usage into Syteline
- Actively participate on process improvement teams.
- Actively participate in lean manufacturing improvement workshops and training events
- Perform all other production-related duties as assigned or directed
- Adhere to New Pig’s Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards

Ideal Candidate Qualifications :

- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Adherence to all environmental, health & safety requirements and the company safety policies & procedures
- Must achieve certification to operate independently within 4 months of hire to achieve PA 2 level
- Candidate should have solid, hands-on mechanical skills and troubleshooting skills.
- Computer Skills – PC use including but not limited to email, data entry, system navigation
- Math skills – able to do unit conversions (e.g. linear inches to linear yards to sq yards)
- Must be able to use basic measurement tools such as tape measures, rulers, etc.
- Physical activity – lifting; maneuvering rolls; packing/palletizing cartons, etc. up to 60 lbs.
- Product standards – capable of producing all products to standard rate
- Quality System – capable of retrieving and applying all quality information; comply with QMS policies and procedures
- Attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
- Must demonstrate a commitment to all tasks assigned
- Continuous improvement mindset – willingness to share input readily to improve our manufacturing processes