JG1 Processor B-shift – BD – Holdrege, NE

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Processor Job Description

General Function/Purpose: To be responsible for the technical leadership, training, daily coordinating/monitoring of the presses and the skills necessary to assist in leading the daily molding operation. To support the molding associates in the production of high quality and low cost molded components. Have technical responsibility for assigned shift and the support of the other shifts.

Supervision:

Source of Supervision

• Molding Team Leader
• Molding Production Coordinator
• Molding Department Manager
• Molding Engineering

Source of work Direction

• Molding Team Leader
• Molding Production Coordinator
• Molding Department Manager
• Molding Engineering

  Direction of others

• Machine attendants
• Material Handlers
• Inspectors

Level of Education/knowledge needed:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Thorough knowledge of molding machines resins and processes.
• Good understanding of mold design and operation
• Thorough knowledge of all molded parts, quality specifications and inspection procedures.
• Ability to operate a Forklift, Electric Pallet Jack and Electric Stacker
• Ability to operate a computer, use email and SAP

Desired: NA

Level of experience Needed:

Required: Processor or equivalent Experience

Desired:

• 1 year experience as a Processor or Equivalent
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Good verbal communication, organizational and follow-up skills
• Problem Solving, able to make judgment calls.
• Ability to learn to read molded component drawings.
• Ability to use and read gauges.
• Able to work in in a team environment

Processor KSA’s

• Pull/Sets of molding tools.
• Address all component defects in a timely manner.
• Maintain press/mold/auxiliary control to avoid damage at start-up and shut-down
• Be familiar with all inspection/mold approval procedures
• Order supplies/materials/Concentrates for the molding area and work with the warehouse.
• Create SAP work orders whenever needed.
• Assist the mechanics with repairs when needed.
• Perform minor repairs to presses and molds
• Ensure that molds are processed correctly.
• Trouble-shoot and know how to correct problems with molds, presses, processes, and components.
• Perform ZM’s when and where needed.
• Know the roles and responsibilities of the processors, quality inspectors, machine attendants, and material handlers.
• Ensure that parameter sheets are updated.
• Ensure that mold protection is checked daily.
• Answering alarms
• Blocking parts

Technical Leadership KSA’s

• Technical processing resource
• Lead by setting a “positive” example for all associates to follow
• Updating the molding Board
• Lead Tier One and Tier 2 meetings when needed
• Expect and Accept personal responsibility for yourself and for others.
• Assist the Sr. Processor by following MD700212 daily
• Promote and Support all the molding department goals. (Safety, Quality, Production, Financial, Scheduling, Miscellaneous, etc.

Safety KSA’s

• Able to perform proper LOTO procedures
• Able to un-jam a plugged grinder properly while following LOTO procedures
• Proper disposal of waste-water
• Proper clean up and disposal of waste oil
• Location of machine safeties
• Know and understand machine safeties, pinch points, and danger zones
• Will be trained on fall protection safety
• Know the proper PPE to use and when it should be used.
• Know the location of the MSDS and their use
• Demonstrate the safe method for clearing plugged hoppers and runner jams
• Know how to safely operate overhead cranes
• Know how to properly address large and small oil leaks.

Training KAS’s

• Provide opportunities for associates to learn more about the molding process
• Drive to improve the capabilities of the associates on a daily basis

Coordination/Monitoring KSA’s:

• Relay/guide work direction
• Monitor and Maintain equipment safety devices
• Assist in maintaining proper component quality standards.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Monitor, Maintain, and communicate material levels in the silos
• Assist the Team Lead, Sr. Processor and Molding Engineers with monitoring efficiencies daily (cycle times, cavity utilization and waste levels
• Assist the TL, Sr. Processor and Molding Engineer in monitoring the press cleaning responsibilities
• Assist the TL, Sr. Processor and Molding Engineers in monitoring and ensuring part containment issues are addressed daily.

Production KSA’s

• Will know where the finished goods are stored.
• Will be able to take inventory on molded components.
• Know how to correctly use and reset the cycle counters at the press
• Know how to find, determine, set-up and use approximate part weight and the scales for bulk handled components.

Other Functions

• Miscellaneous cleanup of the area
• Other duties, as assigned for the needs of the business.

Working Conditions:

• Indoor heated and cooled environment
• Degree of exposure to dust, dirt, heat, fumes, noise, vibration and chemicals. When working outside, any and all physical elements of weather and temperature may be present. Inside, noise is the major distraction. Earplugs must be worn for both indoor and outdoor work.
• Some amount of physical exertion required

Conditions of Employment in this department:

Employees:

• Must achieve individual Impact Goals (IIG’s) assigned to them by their team leader
• Must obey all safety programs, policies and regulations
• May be required to pass fork lift training class and driving test
• Must follow all GMP/QSR rules
• Must cooperate fully with the safety and environmental program
• Must be able to work in a team environment and fully cooperate with co-workers and management
• May not pose a direct threat or significant risk to himself/herself or others.
• Must have regular attendance in accordance to BD Holdrege attendance policy.

Conditions of Employment in This Facility

• The “Essential Functions” and “Other Functions” listed in the description do not restrict the additions or deletions of any other responsibilities to this position.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitude’s to perform each duty successfully.
• Management reserves the right to change any and all job descriptions without notice as business conditions dictate.
• All employees are expected to know and adherer to the Becton Dickinson Core Values of:
  • We do what is right
  • We respect, collaborate, challenge and care about each other
  • We innovate and improve continuously
  • We anticipate and address the challenges of patients and customers globally.
  • We take personal responsibility.

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