Quality Control Dryend, 3rd Shift-McAdoo

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ITG Cigars is a lead producer of tobacco sheet products in the USA, contributing to some of the most well known machine made cigars and heated tobacco brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.

ITG Cigars is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace that is diverse and inclusive. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table.

We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.

• JOB SUMMARY

Monitors, handles and tests finished mill rolls of tobacco sheet, powder or other related material/sheet as it comes off the sheet-forming line.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Removes finished product from windup or hopper outlet, performs finish packaging, moves, weighs, labels and completes all necessary paperwork

  • Tests tobacco sheet or powder for proper thickness, weight, moisture, color, size or other requirements in accordance with manufacturing specifications

  • Controls and adjusts equipment and material such as belt coolers, temperature regulation, re-dryer steam pressure, reducing stations and humidifier controls to maintain manufacturing specifications

  • Records and file test data manually and electronically

  • Stocks empty barrels on production line and moves full barrels to pallets as required

  • Assembles and disassembles mill roll cores

  • Changes doctor knives and cleans continuous doctor knife systems.

  • Adjusts rollers, controls speed of windup, threads sheets from doctor knife to windup for roll startup and breaks

  • Inspects material or product for damage and for conformity to specifications, tags mill rolls with identifying information when visual imperfections occur and communicates information to the Wet End Operator

  • Delivers finished mill rolls to Slitting

  • Gathers, weighs, transports and records dry end waste

  • Performs gauge readings on lines

  • Responsible for ensuring the production of a product that meets all quality requirements and follows the production schedule.

  • Conducts 6S audits

  • Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly on a continuous basis

  • Performs duties in a safe manner. Abides by all established safety policies.

  • Performs duties within guidelines of Good Manufacturing Practices

  • Conducts autonomous maintenance tasks as required.

  • Performs other duties as required

WORK HOURS

8 hrs/day (Note: Overtime requirements may change at the employer’s discretion and will be offered/assigned in accordance with labor contract)

• REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Ability to understand and calculate basic math. Add, subtract, multiply, divide, and use a standard calculator.
• Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes, and apply procedures using good judgment.
• Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others.
• Ability to work with supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counselling and/or action/discipline.
• Ability to use basic computer systems and key entry data collectors.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED

Cut-resistant gloves, heat resistant gloves, arm protectors, lab coats, safety shoes, food safety hair and beard nets.

OTHER TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED

Safety knife, putty knife, ruler, tape measure, scales, and laboratory test equipment.

This job is classified as

Light – exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly. A job is light if it involves less than or up to the indicated pounds of force and one or more of the following apply; walking and standing to a significant degree, sitting and pushing/pulling of arm or leg controls , or constant pushing/pulling to maintain a production rate even when weight is negligible.

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans
• Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution (SALARIED)
• 401k non-elective company contribution up to 4% (HOURLY)
• 13 Company-paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Employee recognition and discount programs
• Opportunity to invest in the Sharesave plan
• Education assistance
• Casual dress policy Monday through Friday

ITG Cigars is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, religious creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender transition or transgender identity), pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, non-job related handicap or disability, use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness, or physical handicap, veteran or military status, certification to use medical marijuana, genetic information, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected].