Machine Operator Assistant - BIT 1st Shift

Responsible for the movement of material to and from the machine, ensuring the machine is supplied with correct raw material for processing, removing finished product and delivering it to the shipping department. Assist Machine Operators in loading fiber and removing finished product. Assist with set-up and change-over including cleaning equipment.

1st Shift - Monday to Thursday 6am - 4:30pm with potential overtime on Fridays

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety rules, including Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures and use of Personal Protective Equipment including hearing, eye protection, and safety shoes.
• Locates and supplies materials to machine operators.
• Assist with set-up and change-over including cleaning equipment.
• Weighs, straps, bags, and makes labels for finished goods.
• Assists in performing in-process quality inspections.
• Inform supervisor of any material needs as they arise.
• Maintains in-process inventory by labeling WIP correctly in POUT or job packets by verifying material lot and quantity.
• Prepares finished product for shipment by moving to staging area and recording information into POUT.
• Uses material handling equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, A-Frame jacks, etc.

Secondary Functions & Responsibilities:

• Monitors metal detectors for alarm and retrieves needles from material, as needed.
• Keeps work area neat and organized according to 5S standards.
• Assists machine operators in operating equipment and preparing material for processing. 
• Participate as a key member of Brickle Group teams, and actively contribute to our culture of continuous improvement.
• Operates Forklift / Clamp Truck.
• Can formally and informally train others.
• Other responsibilities as directed.

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

• Good communication skills to interact with production.
• Read and write English.
• Forklift / Clamp Truck Certified.
• Basic computer skills

Education & Experience

• 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience running a forklift / Forklift certified preferred.