Laminator Operator (2nd Shift)

TekniPlex•Winston Salem, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laminator Operator is responsible for adhesively laminating two or more substrates together to provide customers with a quality product in a timely manner, while minimizing scrap. This role is part of a global team focused on innovations in materials science that improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protect essential consumer goods. The company, TekniPlex, has over 8,000 colleagues in 12 countries and works across industries such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care. Employees are encouraged to think boldly, collaborate, and grow professionally. The work contributes to protecting product integrity, supporting patient safety, and driving innovation.

Requirements

1-4 years of prior experience operating a Lamination machine
Self-directed with minimal supervision
Work in a team environment
Successful completion of IVO certification training. (Industrial Vehicle Operator)
Successful completion of JSA reading. (Job Safety and Health Analysis)
Successful completion of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Responsibilities

Load and unload material on rewind machines.
Record correct number of yards in In-Process roll.
Check cut widths at shift change and changeovers.
Properly flag defective material.
Change adhesive drums.
Stack empty skids and discard raw material packing.
Complete daily reporting/paperwork: Job Reports, daily production, job ticket, and material usage.
Verify order numbers, tickets numbers, and materials from production order.
Inspect machine and product to ensure quality product.
Conduct changeovers, including return raw materials, changing rubber rolls, cylinders, doctor blades, and knives; and breakdown and install raw material.
Timely communication with departments, such as Machine Shop, Material Handlers, QA, and shift crew.
Maintain a clean work area; following GMP.
Adhere to all safety regulations (including PPE standards).
Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor.