Opr Rotovac-4401

The Coleman Company, Inc.

Job Description

Wichita

Job Title: Operator, Rotovac

Department: 680, Production - Plastics

Reports To: Supervisor

Job Code: 324P, 325P

FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt

Prepared Date: February 2009

Updated: May  2015

Primary Function:

Operates various Rotovac machines for the production of Liners within defined production specifications.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs a variety of tasks to produce various pieces using the rotovac machine. Judgment is required to maintain cycle speed and to produce quality products in compliance with defined production specifications.
   1. Confirm and sign Rotovac buyoff prior to operating machine.
   2. Initiate cycle start and remove part with excess plastic from frame. manually, after machine control device opens..
   3. Separate and/or trim excess material from parts or purged material.
   4. Maintain cycle time standard to meet production requirements.
   5. Stack parts into racks or palletainers, moving or adjusting rack/palletainer as required.
   6. Track good/bad parts produced.
   7. Regrind excess plastic and unsatisfactory parts for reuse using a grinder. 
   8. Weigh parts hourly and continuously inspect for Critical to Quality (CTQ) elements.
   9. Utilize 5S methods to maintain a clean work environment and follow Lean Manufacturing Principles.

2. Use of hand and portable tools including use of a knife, deburr tool and/or scraper blade. Use of cleaning tools such as brooms.

3. Responsible for quality of own work.

4. Responsible for notifying lead/supervisor with machine issues and material shortages.

5. Work in a safe manner at all times and in compliance with site Safety Policies.  Comply with all Coleman policies and procedures.

6. Ability to work a weekend schedule and overtime as needed.

7. Performs other related duties as required including but not limited to training for these processes.

Essential Job Functions:

       Occasional                                         1-33%                          Up to 2 hours and 40 minutes

          Frequent                                          34-66%                        Up to 5 hours and 20 minutes

    Constant                                        67-100%                          More than 5 hours and 20 minutes

Physical Demands

 Lift floor to waist- up to 45 pounds                                                 Occasional- Essential

 Lift – above waist Up to 30 pounds                                                     Occasional - Essential

Bilateral carrying- up to 15 pounds                                                  Occasional- Essential

Pushing/pulling – up to 65 pounds                                                   Occasional- Essential

Handling                                                                                        Frequent- Essential

Fingering                                                                                       Occasional- Essential

Repetitive gripping                                                                         Occasional- Essential

Reach – above shoulder                                                                  Occasional- Essential

Trunk rotation- standing                                                                 Occasional- Essential

Walk                                                                                              Occasional- Essential

Stand                                                                                             Occasional- Essential

Mental Demands

Problem solve                                                                                 Occasional

Make decisions                                                                               Occasional

Read paperwork                                                                              Occasional

Fill out paperwork                                                                           Occasional

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide                                      Occasional

Ability to read weight scale                                                              Occasional

Ability to read and understand basic English instructions                   Occasional

Working Conditions

Indoor                                                                                          Constant

High temperatures                                                                         Occasional to Frequent

Loud noises                                                                                  Constant

Fumes                                                                                          Occasional to Frequent

Dirty                                                                                             Frequent to Constant

Equipment Use

Calculator                                                                                     Occasional

Scale                                                                                             Occasional

Hand tools knife/scrapper                                                               Occasional to Frequent

Power tools – bench grinder                                                           Occasional to Frequent

Large plastic grinder                                                                      Occasional to Frequent

Band saw                                                                                      Occasional to Frequent

Broom and dust pan                                                                       Up to Occasional

Competencies:

Oral Communication – Speaks clearly in positive and negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive work environment.  Interacts with fellow team members to build morale and maintain a sense of Coleman pride.

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; uses feedback to improve overall quality of finished product.

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment and production schedules.  Must be able to perform multiple tasks.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.  The Company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Education:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred or combination of related experience plus education. Requires the use of simple arithmetic, calculator and weight scale.  Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions presented in English.

Experience:

Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Working Conditions:

Moderate to extreme working conditions due to noise level of work area, dust/dirt, and odors. Extreme temperatures during summer months.

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE):

• Safety glasses with side shields
• Hearing protection
• Slip resistant, closed toe, heal and side shoes
• Thermal hand, cut resistant hand, arm and body protection
• Sleeved shirts and long pants
• Specific job duties may require additional PPE

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.