Lamination Machine Operator

We are seeking an Lamination Machine Operator to join our growing team in Rome, GA.

+ $1.50 Night Shift Differentials on Nights

In this role, the Lamination Machine Operator will understand and operate all the extruder laminator functions required to produce quality product in a safe manner by following company policies and procedures. They are responsible for ensuring that the product does not become contaminated in any way and the equipment is maintained to ensure that it operates as designed and is safe at all times.

Responsibilities:

Follow all company policies and procedures
Be familiar with the operation of all safety devices on the extruder laminator
Read and interpret the Job Jacket
Operate and understand all aspects of the extruder laminator
Set up and operate DCU in Radius system
Complete job checkout before starting production
Complete lab tests necessary for checkout
Operate the chain hoists safely
Assist with loading raw material rolls into unwinds
Assist with preparing splices on unwind rolls
Assist with removing and palletizing laminated rolls from the rewind
Load empty cores, cut to the proper size, on rewind and prepare for splice
Monitor trim system and change blades
Remove and collect raw material roll labels
Weigh waste and complete waste tickets
Monitor quality of material being produced
Setup die with deckles
Program and operate resin blending system
Understand resin types
Properly label all WIP rolls
Remove and collect all raw material and WIP rolls tickets
Check raw material films for the correct type and wind direction
Understand QA Hold tag system
Understand raw material Defective Material Return system
Follow all GMP's to avoid product contamination
Keep work area and equipment clean per SQF Food Safety requirements
Perform Operator assigned preventative maintenance as scheduled
Label and return unused rolls to inventory

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required

Physical Requirements:

Must be able lift a maximum of 50 lbs.

PPC Flexible Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.