Lamination Operator (2nd Shift)

Now hiring! Come work at a place to build your future and be an integral part of a fast-paced, safety-oriented, and growing industry! We are an ESSENTIAL employer that is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Hanover Park, IL facility!

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.

ProAmpac is looking for you to join our team!

What ProAmpac has to offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K) with exceptional company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), plus 11 holidays per calendar year
• Free life and short-term disability insurance
• Wellness, employee discount and rewards programs
• Tuition reimbursement

Salary Range: $25.00 - $29.00/hour (pending experience) $1.50 shift premium 

Hours: Monday - Thursday / 6pm - 6am (12hrs) With some Fridays and Saturdays (Willing to train on 1st shift)

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years demonstrated experience running lamination equipment using flexible materials.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures job and materials are available and staged on floor prior to machine/job start. Perform line clearance and set up to begin job.
• Loads and unloads roll stock; perform material quality check.
• Assist in mixing prescribed adhesives, catalysts and solvents to the proper working viscosity.
• Assists in rotating and maintaining chemical inventory and supplies.
• Observes machine operation to detect defects or machine malfunction. Minor adjustments to be made with assistance from operator A. Document changes on Daily Production Sheet.
• Checks and records bond strengths utilizing the Instron machine as assigned.
• Performs minor machine maintenance; including daily and weekly PM. Report any necessary maintenance to Supervisor.
• Reports unsafe working conditions and safety concerns to Supervisor.
• Focus on Housekeeping, 5s responsibilities and GMP’s during shift production.
• Completes required documentation and enters data into the computer database accurately and timely.
• Participates in trainings and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stage materials, pallets, adhesives, raw materials, required to maximize up-time.
• Prioritize materials for upcoming jobs on schedule.
• Accurately document downtime and description on production board.
• Ensure personal compliance with all company Quality System, Operational, and Human Resource policies, procedures, and practices, including Safety and housekeeping procedures.

HAZARDOUS WASTE RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual is responsible for handling and disposing of any hazardous waste associated with printing and laminating processes in accordance with county, state and/or federal guidelines.

• Place hazardous waste into correct containers.
• Label and mark hazardous waste containers properly.
• Place hazardous waste containers in storage area.
• Obtain containers for hazardous waste storage.
• Handle hazardous waste containers properly including keeping waste containers closed when not in used and grounding and bonding during the transfer of flammables.
• Respond to hazardous waste emergencies and spills.

• HAZARDOUS WASTE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Annual Hazardous Waste Management Training.
• Contingency Plan Training.

Education

• High School or better

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