Tray Machine Apprentice - Monday - Friday 10:00pm - 6:00am

All jobs at Southern Champion Tray (SCT) require Team members to act in accordance with the shared Core Values and Operating principles of the company as they perform specific job functions. These include: 

• Trustworthy–We strive for our actions to match our words in all our relationships.
• Servant–Hearted–We enable and empower our team to serve the needs of customers, Team members, suppliers and the community.
• Relational–Weaimtobuildhealthyrelationshipswhilefosteringandenvironmentthat promotes compassion, balance, and personal and professional growth.
• Resourceful – We value strategic insourcing, first looking to create solutions internally, and then looking to apply that knowledge to future opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: 

Responsibility of learning the machine(s) to insure that quality products are achieved at a consistent rate of speed in accordance with machine standards, color requirements, and ensure all safety procedures are followed. 

 

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Learns to set up machine in a consistent manner as instructed in the training program, follow the procedures with regard to proper setup unless the training is changed and properly recorded with regard to procedure
• Learns to make machine adjustments in order to maintain machine at safety, quality, and production standards
• Follows all checklist procedures fully, keep all parts in their proper place, and recommend replacement or repair of worn parts by alerting lead,  supervisor or maintenance.
• Observes safety procedures at all times
• Uses computer system to log productivity and remarks on job, accurately completes production report and record production data and downtime
• Inspects printed cartons to verify accuracy and clarity of printing. Analyze and correct production problems, using all of the enhanced tools available contacting the supervisor for assistance when necessary
• Documents and report all non-conforming product to supervisor or lead or quality person
• Responsible for all equipment, tools assigned, and notify the supervisor of any additional tools or equipment that would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
• Learns to troubleshoot, diagnose, and assists in repair of machine malfunctions; performs routine cleaning, and maintenance
• Follows all instructions issued on the work jacket and advise the supervisor of any incorrect or non-recorded information that is necessary for proper set-up and operation
• Keeps all necessary supplies available
• Responsibleforthequalityoftheproduct,packaging,labeling,andstockingCommunicates well with other team members  
• Wears appropriate PPE for the task and the area.
• Welcomes updates and improvements to processes and follow new procedures and innovations, which would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
• Performs work in a manner that keeps down time to a minimum
• Maintains a clean work environment in accordance with Food Safety and 5S systems
• Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines. Use situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions
• May be asked to help with duties in other areas or departments

QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have basic computer skills and possess ability to utilize software. Must have mechanical ability and skills. 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English. Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed. 

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide both fractions and decimals, solve equations, read a tape measure, and have an understanding of both standard and metric measuring systems. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, regularly required to walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with arms and hands. Frequently is required to climb, balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently lifts/moves 25 to 50 pounds. Must be able to perform these functions for a minimum of 8 hours straight (with a 30-minute meal break any other applicable breaks during the shift) on a regular basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team member successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but the essential functions cannot be eliminated or performed by others. 

 

Regular attendance and reporting for work on time are necessary requirements as is availability for overtime work if necessary. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Exposure to a dusty atmosphere with loud noise, which may require both eye and ear protection in some areas. Moving mechanical parts will also be exposed; safety guards have been put in place for the safety of all Team members but during set up, if a machine must be broken down and reassembled to complete the next job, questions regarding such operation should be directed to your supervisor as they arise. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those a Team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but the essential functions cannot be eliminated or performed by others. 

3rd Shift - Monday - Friday 10:00pm - 6:00am
Downtown Plant - 220 Compress Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405

Southern Champion Tray Co manufactures paperboard packaging products. The Company offers printing, packaging, tray forming, embossing and debossing, die-cutting, foil stamping, and shipping services. Southern Champion Tray serves customers in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.