ViskoTeepak is a world leader in sales and manufacturing of cellulose, fibrous and plastic casings for the food industry. With our 6 manufacturing and converting plants and our 5 sales offices around the world we employ around 1100 people. ViskoTeepak’s core values are Trust, Ambition & Fun. Trust is built on credibility, being fair and treating each other with respect. We earn trust by delivering on our promises, which is particularly true for how we manage our business and our people. We have a strong desire to be the best and want to be Ambitious on our road to success. That is why we will walk the extra mile to help our customers and partners to succeed in their business. Fun is created by being successful in achieving your goals and by working with a team of people that you trust and feel connected to. It creates the energy that we need for taking on the next challenge!

SUMMARY:

This operation is a high output operation (>95,000 ft / shift) that requires multi-tasking while the machine is in shirring mode.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read and decipher information as stated on the shop packet.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Reading and number matching skills.
• Basic data entry skills.
• Measurement skills (use of a ruler).
• Prior Shirring or Machine Operating Experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to grasp bundles of product.
• Ability to stand for extended prior of time. *Job is primarily performed standing
• Lifting equipment is provided for loading and unloading rolls (average roll weight: Clip and Loop - 45lbs.; String Tie – 25lbs.).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. is required.

• Moisturize and perforate attachments inline to the shirring section and are part of the machine operator responsibilities.
• Input machine settings according to a work order, machine set-up sheets and any other special instructions.
• Observe and detect deviations causing quality issues or improper functioning of the machine is required.
• Responsible for the quality of the products produced and will perform quality checks, as required, to ensure all quality standards are met.
• Learn and participate in machine set-ups, changeovers and other minor repairs/tasks required for this operation.
• Track quantity of product shirred for each order.
• Prepare and load netting and plastic overwrap onto machine as needed.
• Use box lifting equipment to place finished goods on skids. Pack and label boxes.