Boxformer Operator PA

Maola Local Dairies•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Operate boxmakers that form and seal empty boxes for transport to a caser. The role is responsible for correct case forming and bottom sealing, ensuring the correct boxes are formed on the appropriate production line, and communicating conditions that prevent boxes from being manufactured to established standards. The operator works closely with supervisors, the Pure-Pack Operator, Line Operator, and Warehouse Receiver. The position is scheduled Saturday through Wednesday on the third shift, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Overtime, different days or shifts for coverage, extra days, and holidays may be required. The starting rate is $25.06 per hour, with union wage progression to $28.20 after six months and $31.33 after one year of continuous service. The job involves operating multiple machines, maintaining supplies of flat stock, adjusting boxmakers, monitoring glue and sealing, recording downtime, assisting with line operations and changeovers, and maintaining a clean and orderly work area. Employees are expected to follow food safety and quality procedures, complete required training, report concerns, and support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or international education equivalent.
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Willingness and ability to work overtime when needed.
Ability to proactively direct value-added work during slack conditions.

Responsibilities

Check machine assembly, operation, and settings at the start of operations or a shift; keep the machine supplied with flat stock and make minor adjustments as needed.
Use a walk-behind pallet jack to transport flat stock from the staging area to locations near each boxmaker, and charge the pallet jack as necessary.
Ensure flat stock is available to support efficient operation.
Operate more than one machine.
Adjust boxmakers for each box size and operate them at the manufacturer's maximum recommended rate.
Record downtime and its causes; ensure boxes seal properly; monitor glue operation, refill the glue pot with the correct glue, and check glue temperature and nozzle spray pattern.
Notify the shift supervisor immediately when the filler is unable to operate, except for product changeovers and other routine downtime.
Ensure the box formed on each line is correct for the product being packaged and follow instructions from Company-authorized trainers.
Perform other work as required, including policing the work area and tasks assigned by supervision.
Maintain good housekeeping and orderliness in the work area.
Assist the Line Operator during operation and changeovers, including traveling up and down a flight of stairs approximately 4 to 6 times per hour.
Fill the Half Gallon Caser with flat stock as necessary.
Complete daily clean-up card items and document them where necessary.
Perform other duties assigned by a supervisor or management.
Support the SQF Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, reporting concerns, completing required training, and contributing to continuous improvement.