Auto Catcher Attendant

Description

The Auto-Catcher Technician is responsible for overseeing the packaging portion of the shingle production line. This includes monitoring catcher boxes for jams, clearing them promptly, and conducting quality checks and First Article Inspections to ensure products meet dimensional and appearance specifications. The role also requires active participation in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.

Key duties involve confirming that shingles meet required specifications, ensuring proper stacking of bundles as they exit the autocatchers, and removing second‑shingles from the line. The technician must prevent granule buildup on bundles, remove splices according to SOPs, and perform all required first‑article and quality inspections. Additional responsibilities include assisting with front‑end breaks, creating One‑Point Lessons, and supporting other front‑end personnel to keep operations running smoothly.

Safety and housekeeping are integral to the position. The technician must handle Lock‑Tag‑Try procedures for the autocatcher area, keep the work area clean, report unsafe conditions immediately, and complete behavior‑based safety checks, pink cards, and hazard hunts. Prompt reporting of accidents, near‑misses, or injuries to a supervisor and adherence to all plant rules and shift attendance requirements are also expected.

• Verify shingle specifications against product standards
• Ensure bundles are stacked correctly after autocatcher exit
• Remove second‑shingles from the production line
• Prevent granule buildup on bundles
• Remove splices per standard operating procedures
• Conduct First Article and quality inspections
• Participate in root cause analysis for jam occurrences
• Stack seconds pallets neatly
• Assist with front‑end break operations
• Create and share One‑Point Lessons (OPLs)
• Identify and report issues causing scrap or seconds
• Support cutter technician and other front‑end staff
• Notify team leaders of equipment problems and work orders
• Follow up on Red and Blue Tag work orders
• Utilize downtime for cleaning and organizing the front‑end area
• Assist wrapper operator as needed
• Perform Lock‑Tag‑Try responsibilities for the autocatcher area
• Maintain a clean and efficient work environment
• Fix unsafe conditions and report them immediately
• Complete behavior‑based safety (BBS) checks, pink cards, and hazard hunts
• Report accidents, near‑misses, or injuries to supervisor promptly
• Adhere to plant safety regulations and attendance policies
• Make quick decisions under pressure and multitask effectively
• Operate computer and keyboard functions as required

Requirements

Applicants should possess strong communication skills, accountability, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Proficiency in basic math, English, and TPM steps related to the role is required, along with basic computer operation. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory, with manufacturing experience preferred. Physical demands include standing 10‑12 hours, frequent lifting of 40 lb loads, climbing stairs, and the ability to squat and bend throughout the shift. U.S. citizenship or valid work authorization is required.

• Clear catcher jams safely and efficiently
• Demonstrate good communication and ownership of actions
• Work well both independently and within a team
• Read tape measures and perform basic arithmetic operations
• Understand and apply TPM steps relevant to the role
• Hold a high school diploma or GED; manufacturing experience preferred
• Stand for 10‑12 hours, climb stairs, and lift 40 lb loads repeatedly
• Perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements; squat and bend freely
• Maintain U.S. citizenship or valid work authorization

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance