Bindery Technician - Pack, Inspect & Operate Machinery

Smurfit Westrock; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Hicksville, NY is seeking a Bindery Operator to assist with moving WIP and finished products through the Bindery, loading and unloading equipment and packing boxes. You will follow SOPs, inspect quality criteria, set up equipment according to customer specifications, and help maintain a safe, clean work environment.

The role requires basic reading of measurements, teamwork, and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read a ruler.
• Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge.
• Must work well in a team.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must maintain good attendance.
• Must follow safety rules and procedures.
• Must be able to learn quickly and adapt.
• Must communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Follows product flow instructions.
• Inspects product (labels, inserts, and glued out-serts) on all designated quality criteria throughout the production process, which includes proper labeling and glue alignment with control.
• Assembles and inspects trays and cartons at the beginning of each customer order.
• Receives and handles the finished product from the machine and into the trays, ensuring that all designated quality criteria have been met.
• Loads and catches the product on each machine type.
• Activates machinery which includes start up, glue system, bar code scanners, double sheet detectors, jam detectors, and missing print detectors.
• Reports machine problems and shuts off the machine in a timely manner when issues occur.
• Shrink wraps and packs the finished product and completes all necessary paperwork.
• Cross-trains on other functions as requested.
• Contributes to quality investigations when necessary.
• Interprets job ticket information and customer specifications to set up and run bindery equipment efficiently.
• Understands and respects responsibilities of working in an SOP and cGMP environment.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with company safety rules, procedures, and regulations.
• Assists the operator in locating the product.
• Maintains records of daily production, using specified forms.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Read a ruler

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Good attendance

Overtime readiness

Safety awareness

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Hicksville, NY is seeking a Bindery Operator to assist with moving WIP and finished products through the Bindery, loading and unloading equipment and packing boxes. You will follow SOPs, inspect quality criteria, set up equipment according to customer specifications, and help maintain a safe, clean work environment.

The role requires basic reading of measurements, teamwork, and willingness to learn.