3rd Shift - Packager (Catcher)

General Formulations • Sparta Township, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Clock in upon arrival, also punch into packaging and clock out when leaving GF
property.

Have all the packaging supplies ready for the order that is scheduled, either
by looking at the sales order, asking the operator or looking it up in the
customer specification book.

Pay attention to the operator for “kick out rolls/mill ends” and make sure
rolls are placed and marked to not go out to any of our customers.

Once the order has been produced and the skid is finished, the Catcher will
take it to the wrapper using a hand jack. If skid is not finished, skid should
be moved with pallet jack and placed in the finishing warehouse.

If time permits assist the operator with loading cores and splicing the bulk
rolls to materials inside of the machine.

Must have awareness of surroundings and be able to pay attention to details.

The above job description represents the basic requirements to be successful. It
does not represent all requirements and modifications, additions, and deletions
of responsibilities should be expected based on business needs.

Requirements

• Operate safely with a hot glue gun.
• Operate an electric or manual hand jack.
• Ability to keep up with machine running standard production levels.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated and interested in learning other positions.
• Able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Must work well with others in a team atmosphere.
• Excellent attendance.
• Detail / Quality oriented.
• Work overtime when needed.
• Able to maintain a clean work area.
• Be a safety conscious individual who takes their time to do all duties properly and safely.
• Prolonged periods of standing and lifting.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds.
• Must be able to traverse facility on unforgiving surfaces.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold climates and in an environment with various noises.
• Must wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Safety Glasses must be worn while in the production areas.
• When using hot glue gun, must wear gloves and arm sleeves.
• Must wear work appropriate apparel. No hoodies, open toe shoes or head/earphones.
• Must use proper lifting techniques.
• Must Use proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) rules for mechanical issues.
• When using chemicals, must replace them in the original container and be labeled to identify the contents inside.
• Must make sure there is at least one person who knows where you are always in case of fire or natural disaster as part of the buddy system.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Clock in/out at designated times.
• Prepare packaging supplies for scheduled orders using sales orders, operator communication, or customer specification book.
• Identify and mark "kick out rolls/mill ends" to prevent them from being sent to customers.
• Move finished skids to the wrapper using a hand jack or move unfinished skids to the finishing warehouse using a pallet jack.
• Assist the operator with loading cores and splicing bulk rolls when time permits.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and pay attention to details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees