Corrugator Operator - Wet End

York Container; York (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits start at 30 days

PTO/PSTO accrual upon hire

Profit sharing & gain sharing

Company-paid benefits such as basic Lİ

401K with company match

Educational assistance

Job summary

York Container is seeking a Corrugator Operator to join our manufacturing team in York, PA. The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of the corrugated machine within a team environment, aligning with quality and safety standards.

The position requires basic math skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. We offer healthcare benefits, PTO accrual, profit sharing opportunities, and a 401K with company match.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; up to two (2) years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good interpersonal & communication skills
• Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment, learn quickly and follow established processes
• Good mathematical skills - understand basic algebra, able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, volume etc.

Responsibilities

• Check basis weight and width of roll stock before placing it on roll stands
• Set glue dams for running correct width
• Set correct adjustment on pressure roll and corrugating rolls
• Check glue pattern on roll changes and adjust as needed
• Continually maintains web lineup
• Ensure correct glue level for proper pickup to applicator roll
• Clean out slots (corrugator rolls and glue rolls) as needed
• Set up next flute change, well in advance, if possible
• When changing flutes has new web on bridge ready to thread up
• Assist Double Backer Operator as needed to avoid down-time
• Continually monitors quality of check board coming from single facer
• Check all machinery for mechanical soundness and make sure all safety features are in good working condition and report all unsafe conditions to supervisor
• Prepares roll stock for running with as little waste as possible
• In charge of peeling rolls (minimum peel)
• Administration of the different waste categories
• Responsible for reporting temperature and viscosity daily
• Maintain at all times the machine at expected housekeeping standards
• Follow all safety rules and procedures
• Assists other departments and/or areas when requested by management/supervisor
• Troubleshoot when operating issue on machine occur
• Train other team members to pass on knowledge & expertise
• Ability to define problems, collect data/facts and draw reasonable conclusions
• Ability to deal with various situations
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Corrugator

Flexos

Flat Bed Die Cutters

Rotary Die Cutters

Joiners

Printing

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: York PA - York, PA 17402
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $22.28
• Job Shift: First Shift (7 am - 3 pm)
• Job Category: Manufacturing

York Container is an industry leader in the manufacture of performance-based brown box, multi-color display-ready and e-commerce corrugated packaging to some of the most well-known names in the consumer products in the world. We are in search of a highly-motivated, self-driven 2nd shift CORRUGATOR Wet End Helper to join our successful teams!

• HEALTHCARE BENEFITS START AT 30 DAYS (Vision free for employees)!
• PTO/PSTO ACCRUAL UPON HIRE DATE
• PROFIT SHARING & GAIN SHARING OPPORTUNITIES
• COMPANY-PAID BENEFITS SUCH AS BASIC LIFE AND SHORT TERM DISABILITY
• 401K WITH COMPANY MATCH
• EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE

Job Summary

The Corrugator Operator works within a team to operate the corrugated machine in a safe, efficient and reliable manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Check basis weight and width of roll stock before placing it on roll stands
• Set glue dams for running correct width
• Set correct adjustment on pressure roll and corrugating rolls
• Check glue pattern on roll changes and adjust as needed
• Continually maintains web lineup
• Ensure correct glue level for proper pickup to applicator roll
• Clean out slots (corrugator rolls and glue rolls) as needed
• Set up next flute change, well in advance, if possible
• When changing flutes has new web on bridge ready to thread up
• Assist Double Backer Operator as needed to avoid down-time
• Continually monitors quality of check board coming from single facer
• Check all machinery for mechanical soundness and make sure all safety features are in good working condition and report all unsafe conditions to supervisor
• Prepares roll stock for running with as little waste as possible
• In charge of peeling rolls (minimum peel)
• Administration of the different waste categories
• Responsible for reporting temperature and viscosity daily
• Maintain at all times the machine at expected housekeeping standards
• Follow all safety rules and procedures
• Assists other departments and/or areas when requested by management/supervisor
• Troubleshoot when operating issue on machine occur
• Train other team members to pass on knowledge & expertise

Other Functions

• Ability to define problems, collect data/facts (observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources) and draw reasonable conclusions
• Ability to deal with various situations
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible. The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; up to two (2) years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good interpersonal & communication skills
• Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment, learn quickly and follow established processes
• Good mathematical skills - understand basic algebra, able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, volume etc. (add and subtract numbers, multiply and divide by 10’s and 100’s …)

Machines/Tools/Equipment

• Corrugator
• Flexo’s
• Flat Bed Die Cutters
• Rotary Die Cutters
• Joiners
• Printing

Printing Safety

Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training.

Working Conditions

Manufacturing environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or any other legally protected status.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job.

York Container participates in E-Verify.