Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Folder/Gluer Machine Operator with a background in folding cartons within the food packaging industry in Peachtree City, GA. The ideal candidate will operate, troubleshoot, and monitor the gluer machine to develop high-quality printed packaging material in accordance with customer specifications.

Responsibilities:

Machine Operation:

• Operate and adjust the gluer machine, ensuring efficient and precise control of feeding, batch inverting, and automatic loading.
• Monitor the operation of the machine, make necessary adjustments, clear jams, and maintain speed and quality throughout the process.

Preparation and Setup:

• Perform a variety of make-ready tasks to ensure high productivity and precision operations.
• Prepare the gluer by controlling feeding, maintaining steady and precise feeding at all speeds, and making adjustments as needed.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality and accuracy of jobs completed by reviewing finished products.
• Make sure jobs are complete and error-free, exceeding customer expectations.
• Complete and support all ISO standards and quality objectives.

Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment (OHSE):

• Adhere to OHSE policies, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety procedures, including the use of PPE and proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Maintain proper storage and cleanliness of the work area.

Communication:

• Interact with the team and co-workers professionally and courteously, promoting respect and cooperation.
• Communicate accurate information to team members and accept feedback from leadership.

Leadership:

• Create a high-performance environment through positive leadership and team orientation.
• Regularly communicate with the team, provide specific feedback, and initiate corrective action when necessary.
• Motivate and train the crew to improve the quality and quantity of work performed.
• Conduct team meetings and use established channels of communication.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform any additional tasks as required or requested by Department Leads, Shift Leads, or Management.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma (or GED).
• Minimum of 3 years of Folder/Gluer equipment operation experience within the food packaging industry.

Skills:

• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and mathematical skills necessary to compute percentages, weights, and measures.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, stooping, bending, reaching, balancing, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and hearing.
• Frequent lifting of over 30 lbs.
• Ability to hold, touch, feel, and manipulate products and equipment safely.
• Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination.
• Use of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to rotate shifts and work in excess of 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week when necessary.

Additional Information

Salary: $26.00 – $36.00 / hr

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.