Boxformer Operator PA

MDVA•Philadelphia, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Maola Local Dairies® is a farmer-owned cooperative with over a century of dedication to investing in people, strengthening communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future. We are seeking a Boxformer Operator to join our team. This role is responsible for operating Boxmakers that form and seal empty boxes, ensuring they are correctly formed and bottom-sealed before being transported to a caser. The ideal candidate will work closely with Supervisors, Pure-Pack Operators, Line Operators, and Warehouse Receivers, communicating any issues that prevent the manufacture of boxes to established standards. We prioritize employee well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma with higher education or certification required.
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Must be willing and able to work overtime when needed.
Must proactively direct value-added work under slack conditions.
Ability to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

Responsibilities

Operate Boxmakers that form and seal empty boxes.
Ensure the correct forming and bottom sealing of cases.
Ensure the correct boxes are formed on the correct line.
Communicate to the Production Supervisor any condition that prevents the manufacture of boxes to established standards.
Check the assembly, operation, and setting of the machine at the start of operation or shift.
Keep the machine supplied with flat stock.
Make minor adjustments as needed.
Operate a walk-behind pallet jack to transport flat stock from the staging area to the area adjacent to each boxmaker.
Keep the Pallet Jack charged as necessary.
Ensure necessary flat stock is readily available to promote efficient operation.
Operate more than one machine.
Adjust Boxmaker to the proper setting for each size box.
Operate the boxmaker at the manufacturer’s maximum recommended rate for the machine.
Keep a record of downtime and reasons for being down.
Ensure boxes are sealing properly.
Keep glue operation in control.
Fill glue pot as necessary with correct glue.
Check for proper temperature and glue nozzle spray pattern.
Immediately notify the shift supervisor when your filler is unable to operate (excluding product changeovers and other routine reasons for downtime).
Ensure the box being formed on a particular line is correct for the product being packaged on that line.
Follow all instructions provided by any Company authorized trainer.
Perform other work as required such as policing work area and other tasks as directed by Supervision.
Maintain good housekeeping and orderliness in your work area.
Assist the Line Operator during operation and particularly during changeover, which requires traveling up and down a long (20 steps) flight of stairs approximately 4 to 6 times an hour.
Fill the Half Gallon Caser with flat stock as necessary.
Complete clean up card items daily and document where necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or management.
Support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, and reporting any concerns.
Understand their role in the SQF System, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.