Gluer Operator

We produce everything from the paper cup that may have held your coffee this morning, to the carton that contained your frozen meal last night, to the basket that held your beer or soda bottles last weekend. As one of the world’s largest global producer of fiber-based consumer packaging, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. Is this something you’d like to be a part of? We’d love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible. Job Details JOB SUMMARY: The person who occupies this position is to adjust finishing equipment in order to process a flat carton order and oversee its production (complex glue experience a plus). JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Operator is responsible for adjusting glue machinery to fit particular style of carton being processed. Once production begins, operator is responsible for maintaining machinery at optimum speed. When malfunctions occur, operator is to be able to detect cause and make appropriate adjustments as quickly as possible. Operator is responsible for members of crew working on gluer machinery. Is fully responsible in ensuring team members are working efficiently and safely. The operator is also responsible to train feeder/catcher trainees as necessary. Must assume duties of the feeder or catcher when those persons are on breaks (see job description for Feeder/Catcher). The Operator performs activities of Feeder/Catcher approximately 2 hours per day. Responsible for performing maintenance duties on gluer machinery; greasing, oiling, blowing off machinery, glue pot maintenance, bearing and belt replacement and cleaning parts. Is to maintain written and electronic (SAP) records of quality and production. Operator goes through hourly statistical measurements (carton alignment, edge caliper, opening force, glue length, etc. . .). Responsible for making labels per customer specs. Ability and Positive attitude to teach and help fellow operators to trouble shoot all problems when called upon to do so. Job Requirements Manufacturing experience preferred Mechanical/technical aptitude Entry Level Computer skills All requirements for Finishing Operator in addition to the ability to set up and trouble shoot Leary, Mactron, Alpina and Pafra glue systems. Set up and run all Hot Melt units and trouble shoot as needed. Set up and run labelaire machines per customer specs. Have the ability to setup and run the Alpina, Speed Queen, Domino, Window machine, and Pick and Place on the Domino. Feeder/Catcher experience preferred. Mechanical experience is helpful (automotive, small engine repair, etc.) Finishing machine, allen wrench, screwdriver and other related tools needed for make ready. SAP and PEAK systems. Job Requirements Cont. Feeder/Catcher experience preferred. Mechanical experience is helpful (automotive, small engine repair, etc.) Finishing machine, allen wrench, screwdriver and other related tools needed for make ready. SAP and PEAK systems. PHYSICAL & SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: Sitting or standing, depending on changing job assignment, for extended periods. Awkward and/or repetitive movements. Routine Lifting up to 20 lbs. Occasional Lifting up to 50 lbs. Standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) carrying (up to 50 lbs.), pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, visual acuity (Near and Far). Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment. Inside conditions, extremes of heat (up to 100 degrees in the summer), humidity, noise (from production machinery; must wear hearing protection in the Finishing area). Must be able to speak, read and write English. Working knowledge of finishing machine (gluer). Mechanical aptitude. Must be willing and able to work overtime. Safe Quality Food Responsibilities: Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods. Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures. Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required. Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF). Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation. #J-18808-Ljbffr