Laminator Operator (2nd Shift)

TekniPlex•Winston Salem, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laminator Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating the adhesive lamination process to bond two or more substrates while maintaining production requirements, quality standards, and established safety procedures. The position is responsible for producing quality products in a timely manner while maximizing material utilization, minimizing scrap, and supporting overall production efficiency. Shift Hours: 2:45pm - 11:00pm Machine: L9

Requirements

Self-directed with minimal supervision
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to critically think through mechanical errors

Nice To Haves

1-4 years of prior experience operating a Lamination machine
Experience in mechanical troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Load and unload material on rewind machines by operating a hoist or motorized lifting device.
Calculate correct number of yards needed for materials input and output.
Ability to measure within 1/8” for selecting impression rolls to meet final required cut width.
Properly flag document defective material as notification for the next process.
Monitor viscosity of production liquids, calculate liquid amount needed to complete order, request more liquids from ink room if needed.
Properly disposal of hazardous waste (training provided)
Prepare quality samples and deliver to QA lab.
Communicate with QA and react to results by making adjust to the lamination process
Complete daily reporting/paperwork: Job Reports, daily production, job ticket, Shop Logix. Comply with GDP
Verify order numbers, tickets numbers, and materials from production order
Continued inspection of the 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
Identify hazardous waste and dispose in correct hazardous waste containers.
Manage waste or waste containers in satellite areas.
Label containers with an indication of the hazard(s) of the contents.
Inspect satellite areas to ensure good condition of waste containers.
Maintain a clean work area; following GMP
Adhere to all safety regulations (including PPE standards)
Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor. The Company maintains the right to revise and/or add duties in response to business requirements.