Puzzle Machine Operator in Kansas City

Company Background: Allied Materials & Equipment is a 74-year-old, privately owned Kansas City manufacturing company. Our customer base includes over 3,000 independently owned gift specialty stores. In addition, we supply such retail chains as Target, Walmart, CVS, and Hobby Lobby. Our customer base includes various agencies of the Federal Government including the U.S. Senate, GSA, Department of Veterans Affairs and the Defense Logistic Agency. Why Should You Apply? $18.00/hr. starting wage with verified Machine Operator experience Competitive Wages, plus overtime as needed! Paid Bi-Weekly Full Benefits Offered Including: Health Insurance, Dental, 401k and Life Insurance 2 Weeks Paid Time Off Accruing Weekly Seven Paid Holidays Generous Bonus Incentives offered for referrals!

Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off

Summary: Employee performs skilled work in the setup and operation of an Automatan lamination machine as well as the performance of preventive maintenance. Experience running lamination equipment is, but not essential, however ideal candidate will have some type of machine experience.

Essential Duties: Set up and operate automated laminating equipment. Adjust machine settings to efficiently produce laminates of various sizes. Fabrication and installation of glue transfer mats. Load board and litho raw materials into the laminator by manual lifting of materials and placing onto feed table. Monitor laminate product quality and adjust machinery to eliminate scrap. Set up and operation of all die cutting equipment. Able to efficiently change out dies, plates, and make-ready tooling for various production requirements. Load laminates into the die cut equipment by use of a pallet jack. Monitor die cut quality and make necessary machinery or tooling adjustments to eliminate scrap. Set up and operate all equipment involved in the production of box lids and bases. Ability to remove and install tooling for various types and sizes of box lids and bases. Monitor box lid and base quality. Makes necessary machine adjustments or tooling changes to eliminate scrap. Retrieve raw materials from storage area and move to production area utilizing a pallet jack. Perform routine preventive maintenance per established schedule. Typical activities include: 1. Using oil cans and grease guns to lubricate specific machine parts. 2. Cleaning or changing air and oil filters 3. Cleaning paper dust, glue, and other build-up from equipment. Cleaning duties require the ability to climb ladders and gain access to elevated machine surfaces. Monitor product quality and adjust machinery to eliminate scrap. Keep work area clean. Bring safety concerns to the attention of the floor supervisor. Fill out production paperwork accurately. Perform other duties as assigned.