Doubler Backer Op 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries•Valparaiso, IN

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all activities associated with running the double-backer including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. This role involves setting up bridge guides and glue stations, checking wet end lineups, managing roll stock in mill roll stands, and making necessary splices and paper changes. The operator must make adjustments during runs for tension, alignment, adhesion, and warp control, and properly remove and mark roll stock. Key responsibilities include maximizing equipment utilization by operating the double-backer at available capacity and speed, cleaning starch pans, metering rolls, and glue rolls, and maintaining a clean work area. The position also requires completing accurate and timely reports (Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data), submitting maintenance work orders, assisting the Corrugator Operator, and training dry end personnel. The operator is expected to adhere to the production schedule, make recommendations for optimization, report unusual scheduling issues, and comply with all company policies and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Set up bridge guides and glue station in accordance with proper setup techniques.
Check wet end lineups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
Put rolls of paper in mill roll stands ensuring proper size and grade of paper to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.
Make adjustments during runs for tension, alignment, adhesion, and warp control.
Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.
Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark the proper size, grade, diameter, and lineal footage on the roll and place core plugs in each end of the buttrolls.
Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the double-backer at available capacity and speed in line with those of the corrugator.
Clean starch pans, metering rolls, and glue rolls when necessary.
Keep the doublebacker area clean.
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 supervisor for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
Take all paper off of cores of stub rolls.
Assist the Corrugator Operator as necessary.
Assist in the training of dry end personnel.
Adheres to the production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
Additional duties may be assigned by management.