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Purpose:
The Sandwich Panel Machine Operator will be responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and maintaining the equipment involved in the production of high-quality insulated sandwich panels (PUR/PIR or EPS core with metal facings). This position requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and product quality.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Machine Operation
- Operate the full continuous sandwich panel production line, including:
- Uncoiling systems
- Roll forming units
- PU/PIR chemical dosing and foaming station
- Double belt press
- Cross-cutting and stacking systems
- Start up and shut down machines following proper procedures.
- Monitor control panels, sensors, and PLC systems for consistent machine performance.
- Ensure product output meets target dimensions, thickness, density, and quality standards.
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Setup & Calibration
- Configure machine parameters based on product specifications and work orders, including:
- Sheet thickness
- Foaming density
- Panel length, width, and thickness
- Press temperature and pressure
- Perform accurate alignment of metal sheets and foam application to avoid warping or delamination.
- Calibrate tools and sensors before production shifts.
Process Monitoring & Quality Control
- Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of panels at regular intervals.
- Monitor panel surface quality, joint integrity, curing levels, and uniformity.
- Record and report defects, initiate corrective actions, and communicate with the quality assurance team.
- Ensure traceability through accurate labeling and tracking.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
- Identify and diagnose mechanical, electrical, or process issues during production.
- Perform basic preventive maintenance and routine servicing (e.g., lubrication, filter changes, alignment checks).
- Escalate and coordinate with maintenance technicians for complex repairs or technical malfunctions.
- Maintain machine logs and maintenance checklists.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies and PPE requirements.
- Ensure safe handling of chemicals (e.g., isocyanates, polyols) with proper ventilation and containment.
- Participate in regular safety drills and hazard reporting.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workstation.
- Material Handling & Inventory
- Assist with loading and feeding of raw materials (metal coils, foaming agents, EPS/PIR).
- Offload, stack, and organize finished panels for dispatch or storage.
- Track material usage and report shortages or overages to inventory control.
- Documentation & Reporting
- Record production metrics including quantity, downtime, batch numbers, and machine settings.
- Maintain daily production logs, quality control records, and maintenance history.
- Provide input during production meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications/Experience
Required:
- Minimum of first degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on experience in metal roofing sheet production or roll forming operations.
- Basic understanding of machine operation, material handling, and working in an industrial production environment.
- Strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, systems, and processes.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Physically capable of performing factory work, including standing for long hours, lifting materials, and working in hot conditions.
- Punctual, reliable, and safety-conscious, with a proactive and responsible work ethic.
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Preferred (but Not Required)
- Experience with PU/PIR sandwich panel production or any form of insulated panel manufacturing is an advantage.
- Exposure to basic mechanical or electrical systems used in production lines.
- Familiarity with PLC-based controls or automated machinery is a plus.
- Prior participation in technical or vocational training related to manufacturing is a bonus.
Only candidates who meet the stated qualifications and experience requirements will be shortlisted.
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