Gluer Operator

GOLDEN WEST PACKAGING GROUP•Hacienda Heights, CA

2d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various gluing machines to produce excellent quality products for our customers. The Operator is also responsible for directing the work of team members to maximize productivity. When a job is complete, the operator will perform a complete line clearance, weigh waste, and document waste and cases on the job ticket.

Requirements

Experience setting up and operating gluing machines, producing side seam, auto bottom, reverse fold, window cartons on various substrates, coatings and laminates such as foil, UV, and aqueous coatings is required.
Experience setting up and operating glue extrusion units, case packers and performing operator level maintenance.
High school Diploma
3-5+ years in industry specific experience
Proficient in math, writing and computer skills.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Works effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listens to and objectively considers ideas and suggestions from others; keeps commitments; keeps others informed of work progress, timetables, and issues; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; interacts with fellow managers, employees, vendors and customers in a professional and respectful manner; addresses others by name, title or other respectful identifier, and; respecting the diversity of our work force in actions, words and deeds.

Nice To Haves

Three plus years of experience as a Gluer/Finishing Operator in a manufacturing folding carton plant is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of various gluing machines to produce excellent quality products.
Directing the work of team members to maximize productivity.
Performing complete line clearance, weighing waste, and documenting waste and cases on the job ticket upon job completion.
Preparing jobs for gluing, including line clearance and locating job tickets.
Completing make-readies and in-process adjustments on glue machines.
Performing 1st Article Inspections once a job is signed off.
Continuing checks through the run.
Operating various glue machines, glue extrusion units, and case packing machines.
Reducing carton waste and rework while producing quality cartons.
Reading and understanding the order job ticket before make-ready or for a job already running.
Feeding, packing, and catching cartons when needed.
Checking carton quality, batch count, and case pack regularly.
Completing the job order and checking the final production count against the order.
Ensuring that feeders, catchers, and packers complete their assigned job duties effectively.
Assisting the case stacker with setting up and labeling cases.
Performing operator-level machine repairs and maintenance when needed.
Completing preventative maintenance and the appropriate documentation as required.
Cleaning machines and sweeping floors.
Performing carton rework or salvage if necessary.
Making partial pallets if needed.
Maintaining housekeeping standards.
Achieving targeted performance standards on make-ready, run, non-chargeable times, and waste.
Providing daily feedback to supervision regarding all aspects of shift activities.
Adhering to all safety rules.
Following directions of the Shift Supervisor.