Cooler Operator - Corrugated

JOB SUMMARY:

The Packaging (Corrugate) Operator is responsible for running and maintaining packaging department equipment which includes labelers, scales, conveyors, casers, stackers, coders and other related packaging safely and efficiently in relation to material usage documentation, product waste, sealing, coding and weight control.
* Order packaging material (paper, poly, cartons) from storage as needed.
* Operate corrugated room equipment per company requirements.
* Operate Spot Pak and Sleeve equipment.
* Operate Elliot and Dean caser/boxer.
* Operate HMI screens in conjunction with palletizer and caser equipment.
* Visually inspect boxes, cartons and other packaged materials for printing defects.
* Ensure proper sizing of product containers.
* Load packaging material onto machines in a timely manner to ensure no line stoppages.
* Observe operation of equipment and perform necessary adjustments to ensure product specifications are met.
* Perform net weight control checks and make equipment adjustments as needed.
* Perform required SERTI functions including, "End of Runs" and "Item Scan In".
* Perform sanitation duties as required.
* Perform inventory counts as requested.
* Communicate any changes in product flow, equipment malfunctions, shortages or deviations from specifications to Production Supervisor, maintenance or other operators verbally and/or in writing.
* Inspect packaging, coding and seals to verify conformance to specifications and performs necessary adjustments to ensure compliance
* Ensure the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
* Will have working knowledge and experience with wrapper operations; watching for jams and effectively threading wrap to prevent cost downtime due to handler error.
* Ensure machine is supplied with correct material needed to run and complete log books as required.
* Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed.
* Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's.
* Analyze process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot.
* Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
* Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
* Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
* Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
* Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay: $26.68 - $33.35

EXPERIENCE:

• * 6 months to 12 months work experience in Corrugated.
  * Must be able to operate SERTI effectively.
  * Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
  * Must be able to able to stand, walk, kneel and bend for virtually the entire shift.
  * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally including overhead
  * Must be able to work in a wet environment. Some exposure to cleaning chemicals.
  * Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
  * Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
  * Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  * Must be able to pass all fit for duty screens as applicable.

EDUCATION:

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position

COMPENSATION DETAILS:

• $25.88 up to $32.35
• Paid Holidays
• .25 cents shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am
• Paid vacations
• Paid Sick Days
• Pension and 401k Plan
• EAP program

An Equal Opportunity Employer