Utility Operator

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

In the Utility Role, you will assist an extrusion operator in the entire process of producing plastic sheet product to customer specifications per established production and quality standards.

• Ability to learn, understand, and follow all operational and quality standards.
• Ability to correctly identify all raw materials in both the work-in process and the pre-staged areas.
• Maintain accurate identification of all generated materials and containers.
• Maintain adequate levels of support materials, such as but not limited to, skids, polyfilm, cores, etc.
• Correctly and accurately tag and package finished product.
• Mix raw materials as specified on the production orders.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area to ensure a safe, non-contaminated workplace.
• Able to adjust to continued change and handle additional tasks as assigned.
• Ability to regularly stand; walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl use hands, fingers, reach with arms and to sit, climb or balance.
• Ability to regularly lift and or move 10 to 20 pounds, not exceeding 50 pounds and tip rolls up to 250 pounds.
• Able to work 7AM to 7PM Monday - Thursday and weekends or holidays as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Minimum of two years’ experience in Manufacturing Environments
• Excellent Attendance
• Excellent Safety Record,
• Comfortable with required PPE including hearing protection, safety glasses, hair nets, and safety shoes.

Apply Now!

If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Please apply using the link below.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.

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