Machine Set-Up Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Set Up Operator - Color

Position Overview

The Set Up Operator is responsible for the set up and changeovers of the filling equipment in the color department.

General Job Description

The Set Up Operator sets up filling equipment for each new job order and facilitates any necessary troubleshooting of the proper operating status of the equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in basic Machine Operating/Assembly preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and frequent multi-tasking.
• Excited to learn how to set up different equipment
• Ability to collaborate well with other team members.
• Meticulous and proactive individual who works effectively and efficiently with limited supervision.
• Must maintain a positive and respectful attitude while working independently and in a team environment with limited supervision.
• Ability to stand up to 9 hours a day while frequently bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, pushing, and pulling of products.
• Ability to operate power lift equipment, including fork trucks
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must follow all safety rules while executing their jobs efficiently.
• Basic math skills
• Good written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Complete necessary job paperwork, checklists, and forms
• Ensure all materials and set up match work orders
• Maintain supplies for each fill line as necessary to execute production schedule
• Set up each fill line as necessary to meet work order instructions
• Ensure filling equipment is operating correctly for the operators
• Work safely, quickly, and efficiently to complete job tasks and to minimize down time
• Communicate with fluid unit manager and maintenance any issues concerning the fill lines
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area.
• Engage in problem solving to support continuous improvement and cost savings.
• Support team in the color department
• Please note job duties may change at any time due to business needs and assignments.

Benefits

· Health Insurance

· PTO

· (10) paid holidays

· 401k – dollar for dollar matching up to 6%.

· STD, LTD, Life insurance, all available after meeting qualifications

· Bonus plan

· Tuition Reimbursement

Salary will be commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.

Company Overview

Speedball Art Products Company is a leader in the art industry, marketing, manufacturing, and distributing high quality art supplies to artists, educators, students, and crafters throughout the world. The Speedball pen nib has been around since 1899, and Speedball has been an independent art supply company since 1997. Speedball is a lean, entrepreneurial enterprise that has been growing consistently and plans to continue to do so. Speedball invests heavily in its human resources and believes that its success is dependent upon the quality and passion of its people and their ability to work effectively together as a team. We service national chains like Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, Staples, ship to over (60) countries and source materials around the globe. Current Speedball ink and paint formulations are targeted towards screen-printing, block-printing, calligraphy, ceramic, and adhesive categories.

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Speedball Art Products, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Company’s success. We are committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated, and free to fully express their human potential. Speedball Art Products strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Speedball Art Products bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements.