Assistant Machine Operator- Flexo Folder

Packaging Corporation of America•Lithonia, GA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves setting up and operating a Flexo Folder machine to produce packaging. Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate setup of machine sections, inspecting dies, monitoring box quality, and maximizing equipment utilization. The position also requires assisting other machine operators, completing reports, submitting maintenance requests, and adhering to safety and quality standards. The role is on the 2nd shift and requires the ability to work overtime and in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED.
Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
Ability to work 2nd shift hours.
Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.
6 months experience working on a Flexo machine.

Responsibilities

Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on Flexo accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.
Check rolls for damage.
Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
Assist Operator, Assistant Operator and Utility with job duties on the machine.
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
Complete annual food packaging safety training.
Report any discovered food packaging safety risks or concerns.
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
Adhere to production schedule and make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
Report any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.