About the position
The Module Facer Operator is responsible for all activities associated with running the single-facer and assisting in wet-end and dry-end operations, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. The operator must ensure the highest level of production and quality while adhering to company policies and safety procedures.
Responsibilities
- Operate the single-facers to produce the highest level of production and quality.
- Check wet end line-ups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
- Put rolls of paper in mill roll stands ensuring proper size and grade of paper to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.
- Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.
- Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark the proper size, grade, diameter and lineal footage on the roll and place core plugs in each end of the butt rolls.
- Continuously monitor the board during runs to ensure quality and make adjustments as necessary.
- Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
- Clean starch pan, glue roll and singlefacer area after changing flutes and at the end of the production week.
- Take all paper off of cores of stub rolls.
- Assist in the wet end training of the Doublebacker and dry end personnel.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
- Additional duties may be assigned by management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
- 6 months experience on the dry end of the corrugator.
- 6 months experience as a Doublebacker Operator.
- Eligible to bid for this position under the present labor/management agreement or have current work-related experience.
- Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
- Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
- Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
- 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.
Nice-to-haves
- Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
- Understanding of product layouts and production specifications.
- Knowledge of product quality specifications and quality standards.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
