Gluer packer- 3rd shift

Rohrer•Hayesville, OH

About The Position

The Gluer Packer supports the Gluer Operator and the production line by monitoring material feeding and packing, checking product quality and specifications, staging jobs and supplies, and keeping pace with production. The role involves packing products according to collating marks and direction requirements, organizing products, assisting with routine machinery cleaning and lubrication, and helping maintain an orderly, staged work area. The Gluer Packer follows direction from the Gluer Operator and Gluer Level II, follows line-stop procedures, uses required safety PPE, and completes assigned end-of-shift duties. The position also involves showing consistent improvement in speed and developing the ability to work independently as a packer.

Requirements

Ability to keep up with the production line and demonstrate consistent improvement in speed.
Ability to transition to working as an individual packer without relying on a trainer.
Ability to follow direction and work collaboratively with the Gluer Operator, Gluer Level II, and other line personnel.
Must use required safety PPE: steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Interest in moving into a Packer Level II position.
Familiarity with the items being packed.

Responsibilities

Observe material feeding, folding, and gluing, and report feeding or packing issues to the Gluer Operator.
Work with the Gluer Operator to monitor product feeding into the gluer machinery and ensure the correct jobs are staged at the front of the machine.
Pack products by matching collating marks and keeping cards in the same direction; check the correct card, count, carton, side, direction, and quality as directed.
Organize and sort products according to size, color, or other specifications.
During setup, follow direction to de-stage the previous job, return unnecessary packing supplies, empty trash, and gather supplies for the next job.
Assist with routine cleaning and lubrication of glue machinery alongside the Gluer Operator.
Help packers on the line keep up and maintain product quality when needed.
During downtime, work with the Gluer Operator, Gluer Level II, and material handler to move product and stage the area.
Observe machine adjustments made by the Gluer Operator to accommodate material widths, lengths, thicknesses, and glue amounts.
Understand folder/gluer line metrics and goals, and follow line-stop procedures.
Complete daily end-of-shift duties as assigned by the Gluer Operator and Gluer II.
Use required safety PPE, including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Perform other tasks as assigned.