LAMINATE OPERATOR

ABX Innovative Packaging Solutions, LLC•Macedon, NY

About The Position

The Laminate Operator safely laminates polyethylene films while minimizing waste and meeting company and customer specifications. The operator sets up and operates lamination lines, monitors product quality and machine operating conditions, and ensures equipment is operated safely and at maximum output. The role also includes completing production documentation, supporting and training team members, maintaining a clean work area, following food safety and company procedures, and participating in continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

Consistently meet production goals.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Some organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability and commitment to follow plant and departmental safety procedures, food safety guidelines, and company procedures.
Ability to communicate and work well with other team members.
Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and verbal instructions.
Good mathematical skills.
Willingness to engage in continuous learning.
Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

Correctly set up and operate all lamination lines in the department.
Check and maintain product quality, including width, gauge, treat, clarity, and roll appearance.
Monitor machine operating conditions to support quality, production, and safe equipment operation.
Load and unload printed and non-printed rolls on the laminator with assistance from lifting carts and a hoist.
Meet product quality, safety, and production standards and ensure laminators run at maximum output.
Operate equipment safely.
Train and provide leadership to other team members.
Understand and complete shift reports, production forms, process conditions, and records of production and waste.
Start up a machine from a complete shutdown and clean and shut down a machine completely.
Follow AIB guidelines and ABX safety rules and policies.
Immediately detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow prescribed safety instructions.
Participate in ongoing continuous improvement and Focus improvement processes.
Perform miscellaneous duties as required by the supervisor.