Machine Operator Laminator

Hood Packaging Corporation•Minneapolis, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Hood Packaging Corporation has a rich history in North America as a leader in the packaging industry. From day one, our company has been at the forefront in the design and manufacture of a wide range of packaging materials. Our goal at Hood Packaging is to provide a product that is manufactured in a safety conscious environment with attention to high quality, timeliness, and that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We are able to meet our goal every day because we employ some of the best packaging people in the industry. We couldn't succeed without our dedicated employees. If you are looking for more than just a job and you want a career. Consider Hood Packaging Corporation. Hood Packaging is currently recruiting for a Day Shift Laminator Operator for our Minneapolis, MN plant.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to use simple arithmetic including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication, and the use of fractions and measurements within ¼ of an inch.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Must be able to repetitively lift and carry a maximum of 50 lbs. from one location of the plant to another using proper equipment provided.
Must be able to visually inspect rolls for quality and/or correct labeling.
Must be able to climb, crawl and bend over/under equipment to make necessary machine control adjustments.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to communicate orally, in writing and on the computer to fulfill job orders in a safe and efficient manner.
Must have good manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to perform the above-mentioned activities.

Responsibilities

Read schedule, noting all instructions, supervisor instructions and specifications before beginning setup cycle.
Must also comply with general plant safety requirements, including but not limited to lockout/tagout (Do Not Touch procedures), safe lifting and material handling practices and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Move product in and out of work area, operators must be certified to operate forklift/clamp truck.
Setup and run the laminator at optimum speed and maintaining quality product per assigned schedule
Inspects paper/poly prior to and after each set to assure quality (following the SOP for each machine for details on what and when to inspect).
Follow written quality procedures such as recycling cores, poly seals, and dyne levels.
Inspect machine during shift and notifies management of minor or major equipment failure.
Responsible for full compliance with safety and housekeeping; work in a safe manner; communicate all pertinent information to his/her relief during shift change. Assist in assuring HACCP, GMP’s, work instructions, Job Safety Analysis and Food Safety Quality system requirements (SQF) are in compliance.