Gluer packer- 3rd shift

Rohrer Corporation•Hayesville, OH

About The Position

The Gluer Packer supports the gluer production line by monitoring feeding, folding, gluing, and packing operations in coordination with the Gluer Operator and other line staff. The role involves preparing materials during setup, checking products and packaging during production, maintaining quality and line pace, and keeping the work area and materials organized. The position also assists with routine machinery cleaning and lubrication and follows required safety procedures.

Requirements

Understand line stop procedures.
Demonstrate teamwork and motivation on both intensive and easier packing jobs.
Show consistent improvement in speed and keep up with the production line.
Show interest in moving into a Packer Level II position.
Correctly use steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Be able to transition to working as an individual packer without relying on a trainer.

Responsibilities

Observe the feeding and folding of material and gluing of edges, and inform the Gluer Operator of issues at the feeding or packing ends.
Work with the Gluer Operator to monitor product feeding into the gluer machinery.
Coordinate with the Gluer Operator to ensure the correct jobs are staged at the front of the machine.
Match collating marks and pack all cards in the same direction.
Familiarize oneself with items being packed and organize and sort products according to size, color, or other specifications.
During setup, follow direction from the Gluer Operator and Gluer Level II to de-stage the previous job, return unnecessary packing supplies, empty trash, and gather supplies for the next job.
During production runs, follow direction from the Gluer Operator to check the correct card, count, carton, side, direction, and product quality.
Assist the Gluer Operator with routine cleaning and lubrication of the glue machinery.
Assist other packers as needed to keep up with the line and maintain product quality.
During downtime, work with the Gluer Operator, Gluer II, and material handler to move product and stage the area.
Observe machine adjustments made by the Gluer Operator for material widths, lengths, thicknesses, and glue amounts.
Understand folder/gluer line metrics and goals.
Complete daily end-of-shift duties as assigned by the Gluer Operator and Gluer II.
Transition to working as an individual packer without relying on a trainer.
Use required safety PPE, including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Perform other tasks as assigned.