Labeler Operator Assistant - Automaton (3rd Shift)

International Paper•Roanoke, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Label Assistant Operator-Automaton is responsible to the Automaton Operator for the day-to-day safe operation of the Automaton Label Laminator. The assistant operator understands the laminator’s mechanical functions and troubleshooting, basic corrugated principles and substrates, and how label placement relates to corrugation direction. The role includes using the label inventory system, determining label quantities, and gang-running labels according to plant needs and efficiency. The assistant helps set up the machine and stacker, ensures finished-product quality, and maintains productivity and throughput. The position also supports run-rate and quality improvements and downtime elimination, and completes associated order paperwork, reports, and SAP feedback.

Requirements

  • Follow all safety rules and procedures and watch out for personal and team safety.
  • Use safety glasses, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, and a safety vest.
  • Understand and carry out housekeeping standards.
  • Demonstrate teamwork and resolve issues effectively and professionally.
  • Be capable of running machines at safe speeds while maintaining top quality to meet customer needs.
  • Demonstrate the ability to detect, prevent, and resolve quality issues, involving management when needed.
  • Read a standard tape measure and thoroughly understand job specifications.
  • Follow written and oral directions.
  • Add and subtract units of measure, read and copy figures, and count and record figures.
  • Apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions in English, in written or oral form, and deal with problems.
  • Be able to stand, walk, reach at or below shoulder level, twist, bend, and repetitively lift up to 35 pounds.
  • Be willing and able to work daily and weekly overtime, including weekends, as business conditions require.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the day-to-day safe operation of the Automaton Label Laminator.
  • Understand the laminator’s mechanical functions and troubleshoot operational issues.
  • Use the label inventory system and determine label placement in relation to corrugation direction.
  • Determine the number of labels to load and gang-run labels based on plant needs and efficiency.
  • Assist with setting up the machine and stacker section.
  • Ensure the quality of the finished product.
  • Maintain productivity and throughput levels at the machine.
  • Assist with run-rate improvements, quality improvements, and downtime elimination.
  • Complete associated order paperwork and reports, and provide SAP feedback.
  • Follow safety rules and procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and follow lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Maintain housekeeping standards and work effectively with team members.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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