1st Shift Helper - Southington, United States - Gibbs Wire & Steel Company LLC

Description

• The Helper position will support the slitter oscillators by making sure they have the

• Load and unload machines.
• Keep the machines running while operators are on break.
• Finalize and report orders.
• Must be very attentive and pay close attention to the machine to ensure downtime is

• Must be a team player and meet production output and quality goals.
• Working knowledge of metalworking equipment is preferred.

• Gibbs Metals promotes a safety first culture. Employees are required to practice safe work habits and follow safety procedures such as proper lifting and bending, proper use of equipment and use of personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Steel toe shoes, protective gloves, sleeves and safety glasses are required.
• May be forklift certified.
• Practices good housekeeping including a clutterfree work area and general cleaning.
• Ensures lockout tagout procedures are followed any time the equipment is being cleaned or maintained.

• Work from written specifications and verbal instructions
• Maintains a good attendance record
• Generally willing to work overtime
• Ability to work effectively with all other employees
• Must have good communication skills
• Be open to learn about lean manufacturing
• Strong organizational skills
• A positive attitude
• The capacity and desire to learn
• The ability to pass both a pre employment background and drug screening