Carton Gluing Operator
About The Position
Nosco is seeking Carton Folder Gluer Operators at its Bridgeview, Illinois facility for second- and third-shift work. In this employee-owner role, the operator runs carton folding and gluing equipment to complete the final step of folding-carton production. The goal is to produce cartons safely and efficiently while meeting delivery schedules, quality expectations, and customer specifications. The operator sets up and runs equipment according to standard operating procedures, work instructions, and control riders; monitors production efficiency and quality; completes required documentation; troubleshoots equipment and setup problems; and performs testing and corrective actions as needed. The role also includes communicating production issues to customer fulfillment technicians to help minimize remakes, performing cleanup and maintenance, and meeting department expectations for setup times and run speeds. Nosco describes itself as a 100% employee-owned company and offers career development and recognition. The stated typical pay range is $20.00–$32.00 per hour. Benefits described include medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA/FSA/HCA; a 401(k) plan; an employee stock purchase plan; term life insurance; short- and long-term disability benefits; well-being programs; paid parental leave; education assistance; partner discounts; PTO; and paid holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to read a ruler to 1/64 inch.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including twisting, turning, squeezing, grasping, reaching, reaching over equipment, kneeling, crawling, and pulling.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to concentrate for long periods.
- Speaking, hearing, and vision sufficient to perform job functions.
- Flexibility to work any shift and overtime.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deal with change.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably more than two years of carton folder/gluer experience or other technical skills operating machinery.
- Experience with basic quality systems and documentation.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate a folder/gluer according to SOPs, work instructions, and control riders.
- Monitor production efficiency and quality and accurately complete documentation and reporting.
- Troubleshoot equipment and setup problems; perform required testing and determine corrective actions needed to achieve passing results.
- Help minimize remakes by identifying problems promptly and communicating effectively with customer fulfillment technicians.
- Perform cleanup and maintenance tasks according to company SOPs.
- Sustain a high rate of productivity and meet department expectations for setup time and run speeds.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, including HSA/FSA/HCA.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan for eligible employees.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan for eligible employees.
- Fully paid term life insurance plan for eligible employees.
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
- Well-being programs.
- Paid parental leave.
- Education assistance.
- Discount programs with participating partners.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Paid holidays.
- Employee ownership and opportunities for career development and recognition.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
