Folder Gluer Operator 1st Shift at Pratt Industries

Sandston, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Setup, Operation, Cleanup, Training, Quality Control, Maintenance, Production Scheduling, Safety Compliance, Mathematical Skills, Technical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Attention to Detail, Equipment Operation, Box Styles, Report Completion

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

POSITION TITLE: FOLDER GLUER OPERATOR REPORTS TO: Finishing Supervisor SUMMARY Responsible for all activities associated with running the folder gluer including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Accurate and efficient set-up of all folding and gluing operations of the machine in accordance with proper setup techniques. * Minimize waste of sheet stock and glue. * Properly operate machine to run efficiently and produce quality products. * Ensure diagonal and corrugator scores are broken when necessary. * Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed. * Assist in training all Post job positions. * Learn to run a variety of box styles. * Check quality of boxes during the run, including - mis-slotted boxes, loose liner, misprints, and any other defects. * Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data. * Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment. * Adheres to the production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor. * Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping. * Additional duties may be assigned by management. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE * High school diploma or GED. * Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following: * Prior work experience in the corrugated industry. * 6 months experience in the Press and Finishing Department. * 6 months experience operating a Folder Gluer. LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations. TECHNICAL SKILLS The individual must have a working knowledge of the following: * Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation. * Product layouts and production specifications * Product quality specifications * Quality standards CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS * Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee. * Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior. * Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication. * Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas. Qualifications Pratt Industries is America’s 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,500 highly skilled employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than a dozen states. The company operates three of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by “harvesting the urban forest." Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.

Responsibilities

The Folder Gluer Operator is responsible for all activities associated with running the folder gluer, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements. The operator must ensure efficient machine operation to produce quality products while minimizing waste.