Laminator Operator

TekniPlex•Winston-Salem, NC

About The Position

The Laminator Operator safely and efficiently operates the adhesive lamination process to bond two or more substrates while meeting production requirements, quality standards, and established safety procedures. The role produces quality products in a timely manner while maximizing material utilization, minimizing scrap, and supporting production efficiency. The position operates machine L12 on a shift scheduled from 10:45 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

Ability to work with minimal supervision and be self-directed.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to think critically through mechanical errors.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including standing or walking throughout the shift; lifting and carrying materials; occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, and squatting; and frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and repetitive hand use.
Ability to work in the listed conditions, including exposure to heat, dust, fumes, gases, wetness, solvents, and loud noise, using appropriate PPE.

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 using a hoist or motorized lifting device.
Calculate the correct number of yards needed for material input and output.
Measure within 1/8 inch when selecting impression rolls to meet the required final cut width.
Flag and document defective material for the next process.
Monitor production-liquid viscosity, calculate the amount needed to complete orders, and request additional liquids from the ink room when necessary.
Dispose of hazardous waste properly; identify hazardous waste and place it in the correct containers.
Prepare quality samples and deliver them to the QA lab.
Communicate with QA and adjust the lamination process in response to results.
Complete daily reports and paperwork, including Job Reports, daily production records, job tickets, and Shop Logix, and comply with GDP.
Verify order numbers, ticket numbers, and materials against production orders.
Continuously inspect the machine and product to ensure quality.
Conduct changeovers, including returning raw materials, changing rubber rolls, cylinders, doctor blades, and knives, and breaking down and installing raw material.
Communicate promptly with departments and colleagues, including Machine Shop, Material Handlers, QA, and the shift crew.
Manage waste and waste containers in satellite areas, label containers to indicate contents hazards, and inspect satellite areas to ensure containers are in good condition.
Maintain a clean work area and follow GMP.
Follow all safety regulations, including PPE standards.
Perform related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.