Lamination Press Operator - 2nd Shift (Manufacturing)

Who We Are
Genesis is a fast-paced, rapidly growing organization looking for new talent to join our team! At Genesis, our most valuable resource is our personnel. With a dynamic, rewarding and positive work culture, we truly are a people-powered business. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. What You Need to Know
Genesis Products is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Lamination Press Line Operator for our wood processing manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Obtain maximum production (with minimum downtime) in accordance with daily/weekly schedule and established company standards maintaining a favorable balance of quality grades.
• Set up the machine according to the specific run as defined by the scheduling department. Deviations from schedules must be approved prior to production.
• Submit 2 12x12 samples of laminated boards, preferably 2nd and/or 3rd quality, per shift to the lab for evaluation. This testing is especially important on decorative surfaces such as wood grains, high solids and colors.
• Maintain cleanliness at all times; no broken boards under or around the press, no boards leaning against press gates, no paper hanging under the press, pits/staging tables clear of tickets/paper/wood chips, consoles clean and wiped down, excess dust blown off, photo eyes cleaned regularly.
• Assure that the machine has the proper materials to perform the specific schedule and that the line remains loaded.
• Report any material problems including quality or unavailability; communicate all paper quality issues with the paper room supervisor and raw board quality issues with the scheduler (to be communicated to the purchasing department).
• Work closely with the inspector to insure the quality of the finished board.
• Responsible for training, communicating with and supervising the inspector and providing relief.
• Track and maintain accurate records of production in the log book; # of 1st, 2nds, 3rds, temp/pressure/cycle times, full account of all downtime, paper loss and damage.
• Report any maintenance problems immediately to the Maintenance Department and log the problem in the log book.

What we offer:

• $1,000 onboarding bonus within your first year!
• $350 referral bonus
• Weekly performance bonus
• Competitive pay
• Opportunities of advancement through our manufacturing careers program  
• Anniversary and tenure bonus paid yearly
• Health, vision, dental, and life benefits
• Immediate participation in our company's 401k program & employer match after 6 months of employment
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Obtain maximum production (with minimum downtime) in accordance with daily/weekly schedule and established company standards maintaining a favorable balance of quality grades.
• Set up the machine according to the specific run as defined by the scheduling department. Deviations from schedules must be approved prior to production.
• Submit 2 12x12 samples of laminated boards, preferably 2nd and/or 3rd quality, per shift to the lab for evaluation. This testing is especially important on decorative surfaces such as wood grains, high solids and colors.
• Maintain cleanliness at all times; no broken boards under or around the press, no boards leaning against press gates, no paper hanging under the press, pits/staging tables clear of tickets/paper/wood chips, consoles clean and wiped down, excess dust blown off, photo eyes cleaned regularly.
• Assure that the machine has the proper materials to perform the specific schedule and that the line remains loaded.
• Report any material problems including quality or unavailability; communicate all paper quality issues with the paper room supervisor and raw board quality issues with the scheduler (to be communicated to the purchasing department).
• Work closely with the inspector to insure the quality of the finished board.
• Responsible for training, communicating with and supervising the inspector and providing relief.
• Track and maintain accurate records of production in the log book; # of 1st, 2nds, 3rds, temp/pressure/cycle times, full account of all downtime, paper loss and damage.
• Report any maintenance problems immediately to the Maintenance Department and log the problem in the log book.