Ply-Up Operator (3rd Shift) - Isola Group

This position is responsible for the efficient and timely preparation of sheeted prepreg in preparation for the build up process. This position is also responsible for ensuring material is available at all times for the build up line.

• Read and verify press plan is complete and clear.
• The timely, efficient and accurate assembly of sheeted prepreg as described in the procedures.
• The inspection, identification and removal when necessary of quality problems on the prepreg, which would cause the finished laminate to be defective.
• Proper set up and operation of ply-up and support equipment; informing supervisors of problems.
• The accurate placement of labels for proper laminate separation.
• Maintain complete and accurate records for material usage and product traceability.
• Meet quality and productivity standards on a daily basis.
• Prepare, identify and insert lot tests into press loads as required.
• Participate in weekly preventative maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned work areas including equipment, tools, and work surfaces.
• Use Lean/Six Sigma Methodologies to improve the process.
• All employees will be required to participate in training and continuous improvement events.
• Ability to work within a company registered/compliant to National and International Standards and Requirements, and contribute to those standards and requirements. For example: ISO, EICC, OSHA, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Meet all safety, quality, production and on-time metrics.
• Be a driving force on all plant initiative projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Identify any inaccuracies in inventory and correct with cycle counts.

• · This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• · Forklift license required for this position.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Previous experience with ply-up operations or similar experience.
• Previous experience using a PC.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Ability to work in a fast-pace environment and multi-task.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the organization.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.