Specialty Folder Gluer Machine Operator

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Lawrenceville, GA
1-3 Years Experience
Retail
The Role
The Specialty Folder Gluer Operator manages the setup, operation, and cleanup of the folder gluer machine. Responsibilities include ensuring quality production, training others, maintaining safety protocols, and reporting operational data. They also proactively address maintenance needs and optimize production schedules.
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PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Specialty Folder Gluer Operator is responsible for all activities associated with running the specialty folder gluer machine including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. 

Peachtree Packaging & Display offers medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance plans. Additionally, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, quarterly bonus programs, FSA plans, and a 401k plan ((100% match up to 3% and 50% match on next 3% for a maximum contribution of 4.5% per year & fully vested at 90 days of employment). These benefits are offered after 90 days of continuous employment.

Pay Range: $25+/hr. (commensurate with experience) + daily bonus opportunities.

1st & 2nd shift available: 1st shift Monday-Friday 7 AM to 3:30 PM & 2nd shift Monday-Thursday 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM

***Relocation assistance packages available!***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • General knowledge and understanding of cylinder press process and equipment.
  • Accurate and efficient set-up of the machine in accordance with proper setup techniques.
  • Properly operate machines to run efficiently, produce quality products and maximize machine utilization.
  • Assist in training of other machine positions.
  • Check the 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 production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
  • Keeps work area neat and clean.
  • Follow established department policies, procedures, work instructions, and safety and environmental guidelines.
  • Follow all PPE policies, including gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection as required.
  • Performs other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.

This job description does not necessarily represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed.

EDUCATION

  • High school diploma/GED required.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum (3) years in machine operation with Specialty Folder Gluers (including knowledge of corrugated displays, 4-corner trays, and auto-lock bottom boxes).
  • Prior work experience in the corrugated industry is required.

COMPETENCIES:

  • Understanding of equipment function and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
  • Product layouts, product specifications, and production specifications.
  • Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions.
  • Ability to use specific computer software to enter and utilize information in our computer business systems.
  • Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must have the ability to perform basic mathematics including additions, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
  • Demonstrates ability to use rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other inspection equipment.
  • Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player in a team-oriented environment.
  • Assist other areas as needed to maintain a team approach.
  • Ability to effectively manage time and meet set targets and deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  •  Standing, walking, talking, hearing, and vision are required over 95% of the time. Bending, twisting, and reaching is required less than 95% of the time. Feeling is required 75% of the time while pushing and pulling is required about 20% of the time. Low levels of lifting (10 pounds or less) are required about 10% of the time, while medium levels of lifting and carrying (20 to 50 pounds) are required less than 5% of the time.

The Company
HQ: Lawrenceville, GA
53 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

Peachtree Packaging specializes in the development of creative, functional, and structurally sound corrugated retail packaging and point-of-purchase displays. We also create custom storage and shipping boxes.

Peachtree Packaging opened for business in a 15,000-square-foot facility run by fewer than 10 employees in November of 1979. Today, the company employs more than 150 employees in a 220,000-square-foot manufacturing and fulfillment plant in Lawrenceville, GA.

RETAIL PACKAGING AND POINT-OF-PURCHASE DISPLAYS
Our customers approach us from around the country to create custom promotional packaging to showcase products including foods and beverages, electronics, hazardous materials like fireworks, and personal finance services in the retail environment.

PACKAGING
We also create custom shipping boxes and die-cut inner pack solutions to ensure the safe transport of goods ranging from toxic liquids like bug sprays to automotive parts, ball bearings, tools, glass, and heavy durable goods like refrigerators.

All of our promotional and transport packaging is subject to our extensive testing process so we are confident it meets our clients’ high quality standards before it enters the marketplace.

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