Experienced Laminator – Flexible Packaging

Emerald Packaging, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Packaging, Inc. is hiring an Experienced Laminator for our Santa Ana operation. The role covers setup, operation, and monitoring of lamination equipment used to produce flexible packaging rolls.

Candidates should bring hands-on lamination experience and the ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards. We offer a temp-to-hire opportunity with a 2nd shift schedule. The position requires attention to detail, reliability, and the capability to eventually handle a

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating lamination equipment is required.
• Experience in flexible packaging, film, printing, or converting is a plus.
• Ability to independently perform machine setups and adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate designated lamination equipment safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Perform machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers according to customer job specifications.
• Read and use measuring tools; strong measurement skills are critical for machine setup.
• Read, understand, and follow customer job orders and production instructions.
• Monitor film, adhesive, tension, alignment, temperature, speed, and other machine conditions.
• Inspect finished product to ensure it meets quality and customer specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot operating or quality issues and communicate problems to the Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Maintain efficient production while minimizing downtime, scrap, and material waste.

Skills

Lamination experience

Machine setup

Quality focus

Tools

Lamination equipment

Job description

Join the Emerald Family!

Santa Ana, CA | 2nd Shift

Emerald Packaging is a family-owned business that has been serving the fresh produce industry throughout the U.S. for nearly 60 years. We are one of the leading flexible packaging producers on the West Coast, with more than 250 employees operating 24/7.

Emerald Packaging is expanding—and we are looking for an experienced Laminator to join our new Santa Ana operation.

If you have hands‑on experience setting up and operating lamination equipment in a flexible packaging, film, printing, or converting environment, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Experienced Laminator is responsible for the setup, operation, and monitoring of lamination equipment used to produce flexible packaging products in rollstock form.

The ideal candidate has previous hands‑on lamination experience and is comfortable working independently, troubleshooting equipment/process issues, maintaining quality standards, and minimizing downtime and material waste.

Essential Functions

• Set up and operate designated lamination equipment safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Perform machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers according to customer job specifications.
• Read and accurately use rulers, tape measures, and other measuring tools; strong measurement skills are critical for machine setup.
• Read, understand, and follow customer job orders and production instructions.
• Monitor film, adhesive, tension, alignment, temperature, speed, and other machine/process conditions as applicable.
• Inspect finished product to ensure it meets quality and customer specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot operating or quality issues and communicate problems to the Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Maintain efficient production while minimizing downtime, scrap, and material waste.
• Maintain equipment and work area in good condition and follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Accurately complete required production and quality documentation.
• Work independently while communicating effectively with supervisors, managers, maintenance, and other team members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience operating lamination equipment is required.
• Experience in flexible packaging, film, printing, converting, or a similar manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to independently perform machine setups and adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the required schedule.
• Ability to eventually work a 12‑hour rotating schedule.

Work Schedule

Current Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM (2 hours of OT daily)

Future Schedule: The position will eventually transition to a Five Day: Monday - Friday12-hour schedule, 6:00pm - 6:00am (4 hours of OT daily).

Compensation

$25 - $30.00 per hour, DOE

TEMP-TO-HIRE POSITION Opportunity for direct hire based on performance and previous experience.