Machine Operator First Shift Mon-Thu 5 am to 3:00 pm

AAF International offers the most comprehensive clean air solutions available across the globe. Selling under the American Air Filter and the AAF International brand names, AAF International has been an industry pioneer since 1921 with manufacturing operations in 22 countries with over 6000 employees globally. Our products are the industry benchmarks for quality and performance. Our applications include commercial, industrial, and residential solutions from the filters used in your home to the most critical cleanroom and power generation applications. We are a member of the Daikin Group, the world's largest air conditioning provider with $30 billion in revenue and over 75,000 employees worldwide.

We offer an excellent benefits package, a climate-controlled facility, and a convenient location near I-85 in Gwinnett County.

AAF International is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Operates machines and ensures machines are operating properly in order to produce products that meet company specifications.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

* Check product produced by machine for quality.

* Monitor machines for problems that may arise so that quality and performance are maintained.

* Troubleshoot basic machine problems and quality issues.

* Check raw materials for quality before loading into machine.

* Prepare all materials that are to be loaded into the machine.

* Prepare tooling for changeovers.

* Perform machine changeovers.

* Perform basic PM and maintenance tasks.

* Performs other duties as assigned by management.

DECISIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Alert Supervisor and maintenance personnel of any problems that may arise.

* Make machine adjustments as necessary to produce products that meet company specifications.

* Order raw materials.

* Make sure all materials are loaded into the machine in a quick, efficient manner so that downtime is limited.

* Count and record rejected products and scrap material.

* Check finished goods pallets and sign production tickets.

* Keep work area clean and free from debris.

* Clean machine and work area at the end of each shift.

* Ensure that all personnel are following plant safety guidelines.

* Complete production reports.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

* Prior work experience in manufacturing is preferred.

* Must be able to read and understand instructions.

* Must have ability to read tape measure.

* Ability to work at other stations at any given time.

* Ability to keep machines in satisfactory performance status.

* General knowledge of hand tools, general mechanical items.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

* May be required to lift up to approximately 50 pounds.

* Must be able to stand at workstation for a long period of time.

* Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes and dust particles.

* Must be able to travel throughout the facility to obtain information needed to perform job functions.

* Must be able to withstand both hot and cold atmosphere depending on weather conditions.