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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Memphis, TN
Memphis, Tennessee

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Job DescriptionThe Converting Technician positions are part of a team that has accountability for the safe operation of the converting production lines. Incumbents will report directly to the Converting Team Leader, but will also take direction from the Converting Asset Coordinator and/or the Lead Operator. These are hourly paid positions in our high performance work system that work a rotating 24 hour, 7 day per week shift schedule.There will be four levels of Technicians within the Converting structure:Lead Operator - Winder Operator & Leadership ResponsibilitiesTechnician 1 - Winder OperatorTechnician 2 - Wrapper Bundler, Case PackerTechnician 3 - Palletizer, Raw MaterialsThe expectation is that individuals filling these positions will be self-motivated to learn all of the responsibilities within the converting operation to ensure complete operational flexibility so that technicians can flow to the work as needed. Technicians will also be expected to provide coaching, mentoring, and training to other team members to ensure the development of other team members.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Safety: Technicians will accept personal responsibility at all times for themselves and assist where they can with the safety of other team members and contractors. This includes, but is not limited to such things as:- Ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are followed by themselves and by others working in and around the machinery- All injuries and near misses being reported and followed up in a timely manner- Actively participate in accident incident investigations - Housekeeping standards and expectations are maintained- Providing leadership and active participation in team safety meetings, discussions, and training opportunities- Responsible for ensuring team members are following all safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, PPE, etc. - Lead and participate in crew discussions prior to major events, e.g. down days, major changeovers, etc. emphasizing Job Hazard Analyses prior to commencing work.- Ensure crew has adequate supply of required safety equipment- First Responder responsibilities as trained for and required Quality:Technicians will ensure that all finished paper products adhere to the quality conformance and diligence specifications. This includes, but is not limited to such things as:- Lead by example by being a quality advocate- Technician 1s will be the primary Converting liaison to paper machine operating technicians with regard to identifying and jointly working through quality issues- Providing support as needed to correct quality deficiencies e.g. product or packaging defectsProductivity:Technicians will safely:- Operate their primary equipment (rewinder, core machines, core delivery systems, log saws, palletizers, wrapper bundlers, and/or case packers, etc) at centerline conditions, standard speeds, etc to maximize productivity- Input data into and monitor millwide Data Collection System as required to verify continuous operation at machine setpoints.- Make decisions regarding maintaining the equipment, e.g. changing saw blades, when needed. - In addition to their operating responsibilities, individuals in the Technician 1 Lead Operator will provide leadership and work guidance for the Converting area. The individuals in this position will possess the knowledge and skills to coordinate and operate all activities of the Converting area.Costs:Technicians will:- Manage costs that they have the ability to impact wisely and eliminate waste (i.e. raw materials, finishing supplies, parts, tools, time, personnel), and take the initiative to bring forward and resolve issues.- Monitor key performance indicators that drive product cost, maximize converting cost efficiency by operating equipment at centerline- Monitor chemical usages, e.g. tail tie adhesive to insure compliance to budgeted amounts as required. Identify deviations from standard and determine special causes. - Manage broke area cleanliness and usage as appropriate. Equipment and Facility Maintenance Technicians will work to maintain the integrity of the facility and operating equipment and facility to ensure on-going safe, reliable operations. This includes such things as:- Maintaining housekeeping standards, e.g. ensure periodic clean-up of equipment per SOP, log saw house maintenance, etc- Performing grade changes, required inspections, lubrications and other operator basic care as identified per SOP- Initiating, completing and/or assisting with equipment maintenance and repair as needed. Team DevelopmentTechnicians will be expected to take an active role in learning the converting equipment, processes, and systems. Additionally, they will be expected to:- Participate in organizational improvement teams, e.g. Safety Committee, Quality Improvement, Productivity / Cost Reduction Teams, etc, as assigned on a rotating basis- Identify team member training needs and deficiencies- Actively train/mentor other team members to foster their development, including required safety training.- Actively seek training opportunities- Participate in Employee Performance reviews and promotion process as required- Expected to be a team player- Work performance must demonstrate of sense of urgency Qualifications- High School Diploma or GED- Predictive Index(PI) Assessment- Work Keys(Reading & Math) Assessment (Silver)- Mechanical Aptitude (STM Assessment)- Ability to work in a Team environment- Committed to safety & organizational goals- A record of stable & continuous employment- Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience- Must be computer literate- Professional communication skills- Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision- Must be 18 years of age- Ability to lift up to 50lbs., climb ladders and stairs, and stand for continuous periods of time- Ability to work rotating 12hr shifts, OT, & weekends/holidays- Ability to work in a hot, humid, noisy, & high volume machine production area- Ability & willingness to work safely & wear PPE as required- Meeting Attendance expectation Why Kelly®?At Kelly Services®, we work with the best. Our clients include 95 of the Fortune 100™ companies, and more than 70,000 hiring managers rely on Kelly annually to access the best talent to drive their business forward. If you only make one career connection today, connect with Kelly. About Kelly Services® As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to directly employ nearly 500,000 people around the world and have a role in connecting thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners. Revenue in 2016 was $5.3 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.]]