EPS Operator - 1st shift

EPS Operator - 1st shift Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.   It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

Summary: The EPS Operator shall be trained in all phases of Expanded Polystyrene (EOS) foam protective packaging materials. Essential Functions: · Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards. · Take an active role in caring for the equipment to prevent breakdowns and defects and help increase overall equipment efficiency through 5S, TPM (total productive maintenance), and other Lean Manufacturing initiatives directed by the Sedalia site. · The EPS Operator shall be capable of the following: · Reading and understanding all the press systems which includes the sequence of machinery, injection, valve operation, etc. · Adjusting the press to maintain a quality product and understand PLC output steps on all machines. · Adjusting and operating the pre-expander to maintain the correct density of the product. This will be done by constant monitoring of time and temperature of the raw materials. · Keeping accurate density records of pre-expanded materials. · Ability to input data in the PC data base as required. · Monitor the scheduling of mold changeovers to meet the needs of the customer. · Use of SAP to identify foam requirement from unit number. · Develop daily schedule. · Perform daily inventor. · Complete forklift/clamp truck checklist. · Ability to perform 6s audits. · The Operator shall be capable of performing all the diversified operations assigned along with meeting satisfactory performance requirements. · Capable of performing said operations to close tolerances and shall inspect product for conformity to quality standards as established for the department. Inspection is to include part and/or component defects and operation of all working parts. · Additional responsibilities include good housekeeping and other assignments as directed by the Supervisor. · The Operator shall be able to work overtime as requested and posted by management. Competencies: Teamwork Adaptability Integrity Dependability & Reliability Initiative Qualifications: Basic computer knowledge Good manual dexterity Ability to read instructions represented in manuals, drawings, schematics etc. and follow them with precision Good understanding of quality control principles Good communication skills (verbal and written) Experience and ability in using hand tools What You’ll Receive: You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan: Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us! All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative