Plant/Manufacturing - Adjuster

STS Packaging, a Schwarz Partners, L.P. Joint Venture company, is currently seeking an Adjuster in Charlotte, NC. The primary responsibility of the Adjuster is to serve as the technical and operational leader for a designated group of bag machines. Duties focus on safety, operational efficiencies, machine uptime, instruction and guidance to the group operators, reporting and the overall performance of the machine group/shift. This position is located at 1201 Westinghouse Blvd in Charlotte, NC. 28273

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION

Proven experience in operating a bag machine per production standards and output
Actively check bag quality (both for defects and predictive changes to bag attributes)
Maintain machine - Make comprehensive machine adjustments and lead major machine adjustments effort as needed to ensure quality and efficiency – See position tier levels for specific tasks
Keep machine running at optimal speeds
Interact, train and mentor all employees within the machine group
Maintain cleanliness of machine group and work area
Convey to the Production Superintendent any pending or current conditions that may impede the output of the machine group.
Oversee the accurate, complete documentation of daily shift paperwork
Perform any and all job assignments/functions as necessary to daily business demands as instructed by Management.
Lead PM activities (via dedicated or rotating schedule)
Maintain a positive, instructive attitude every day to foster employee job satisfaction

Technical Duties Include:

Effectively manage the machine group’s performance (all operators)
Maximize uptime through optimal adjustments and time-efficient repair of machine during breakdowns
Mentor group Operators and Adjuster Trainees
Act as the area leader for meeting/exceeding production standards

OTHER SIGNIFICANTJOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

Maintains a clean and safe work area and reports unsafe conditions to management for resolution
Adheres to all safety policies, including always wearing required PPE, and sets an example to others for model safety behavior
Detailed understanding of quality defects, including how to detect as well as what to do if observed
Conform to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures and policies to assure products are suitable for food contact
Responsible for reporting any product quality or food safety issues to the Quality Manager (SQF Practitioner) or Management Team member
Additional duties as assigned by Production Superintendent

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma minimum required
Leadership skills and ability to work as an independent thinker
Proven team-oriented mindset

REQUIRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.)

Must follow Safety/GMP/PPE guidelines
Ability to work beyond 8-hour shifts as needed and participate in weekend PM and maintenance efforts as needed; Days of work may be shifted to accommodate a 5 day work week
Production-focused
Take direction from Production Superintendent/General Manager
High level of machine and mechanical knowledge
Read and understand instructions and job information
Excellent math and writing abilities
Desire to accept additional responsibility and learn new tasks

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluent in English required
Fluency in Spanish a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Continuous standing and walking with minimal sitting.
Able to bend, twist, kneel, crawl, and lay down on floor during cleanup/startup of machine – involves frequent, constant, continuous, and repetitious motions
Frequent lifting overhead & carrying of cases that can weigh in excess of 35-lbs
Frequent, regular pushing and pulling of paper rolls in excess of 1,500-lbs
Frequent ladder and stair climbing

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Standard production/manufacturing environment; Plants can be hot noisy, exhibit vibrations have, uneven surfaces mechanical hazards, dust/dirt, odor/fumes; work performed inside.

OTHER INFORMATION
Personal Protective Equipment required for the job: Steel toe shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair nets
Steel toe shoes are provided by employee, all other tools provided by employer

If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking team with a family feel, culture of excellence, and customer-focused reliability, we want you to be a part of our team!

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.