Extruder Laminator Operator - Nights

HiFyve•Rome, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A flexible packaging manufacturer in Rome, Georgia is hiring one Extruder Laminator Operator for its D Shift night crew. The operator sets up and runs an extruder laminator to produce quality laminated film safely, prevent contamination, and keep equipment operating as designed. The facility is described as a clean, safety-focused SQF food-safety plant. The position reports to the Shift Supervisor. The schedule is nights on 12-hour shifts using a 3/2 rotating schedule, with a $1.50 per-hour night shift differential. Pay is $25 to $31 per hour depending on experience, plus the differential. A $750 sign-on bonus is paid at six months and another $750 at one year. Each new operator receives at least two weeks of on-the-job training alongside an experienced operator.

Requirements

Able to safely operate equipment and perform daily inspections.
Able to read work instructions and follow verbal direction.
Clean, organized work habits and a commitment to safety and quality.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on their feet for most of the shift.
Willing and able to flex to all shifts to support and train.

Nice To Haves

Extrusion lamination or film converting machine experience.
Knowledge of GMP and food-safety practices, or willingness to learn GMP/SQF standards.
Continuous improvement experience.
Ability to lead by example and help train others.

Responsibilities

Operate and understand all aspects of the extruder laminator and its safety devices.
Read and interpret the Job Jacket and setup instructions.
Set up and operate the DCU in the Radius system.
Complete job checkout and required lab tests before starting production.
Set up the die with deckles and program and operate the resin blending system.
Load raw material rolls into unwinds, prepare splices, and load and cut cores on the rewind.
Remove and palletize laminated rolls; label and return unused rolls to inventory.
Monitor material quality and the trim system, and change blades.
Operate chain hoists safely.
Weigh waste and complete waste tickets and required paperwork.
Follow the QA Hold tag and Defective Material Return systems.
Follow GMPs to prevent contamination and maintain cleanliness in accordance with SQF food-safety requirements.
Perform operator-assigned preventive maintenance and troubleshoot as needed.
Flex to all shifts to support and train.