Manufacturing Machine Assistant

Company: Cascades
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

CASCADES

Founded in 1964, Cascades produces, converts and markets packaging and tissue products that are composed mainly of recycled fibers. The Company employs 11,000 employees, who work in more than 90 production units located in North America and Europe. With its management philosophy, half a century of experience in recycling, and continuous efforts in research and development as driving forces, Cascades continues to deliver the innovative products that customers have come to rely on.

CASCADES CONTAINERBOARD PACKAGING

The Containerboard Packaging Group, a division of Cascades, is the largest containerboard producer in Canada, and is also a top converter of corrugated products in the country. The Group manufactures a wide range of products made from recycled fibres for its North American customers in the food, beverage and consumer products sectors, among many others. The Division, which employs close to 3,400 people, owns six containerboard mills and nineteen corrugated products plants in Canada and the United States.
Job Description
We currently have an opening for a night shift Machine Assistant to work at our Schenectady, NY manufacturing plant. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting the Machine Operator on our Corrugator manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will be able to work safely and have the ability to conduct quality checks and work in a team environment. This position is a full-time (50 hours per week) position on our third shift, regular hours of operation 9:00pm to 7:00am. Must also be able to work mandatory overtime of 12 hour shift and weekends.Job Responsibilities

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• Ability to work safely and successfully in a team environment;
• Assist with the operation of the Corrugator manufacturing equipment;
• Ensure conformance to product specifications by completing all quality checks;
• Troubleshoot machine operation issues;
• Follow company policies, procedures, and work instructions;
• Other job duties as assigned.
  Qualifications
  
  
  
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  • Manufacturing work experience is preferred;
  • Must be able to work the 3rd shift schedule of 9:00pm to 7:00am including mandatory overtime of 7:00pm to 7:00am;
  • Must be able to work on Saturdays when needed.
    
    Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner.
    
    Use of the masculine in our communications refers equally to both men and women.

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