Finishing - Feeder/Packer/Palletizer

PaperWorks US; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PaperWorks in Greensboro, NC is seeking a dedicated individual to ensure quality production in packing and operating machinery. Responsibilities include operating folding and gluing machines, inspecting finished cartons for quality, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED. Physical capability to lift up to 75 pounds is required. PaperWorks offers a supportive work culture focused on sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Experience operating machinery and performing quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate folding and gluing machinery efficiently.
• Inspect cartons to ensure quality before packing.
• Pack finished cartons into master cases.

Skills

Visual inspection

Machinery operation

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Overview

PaperWorks is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of 100% recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards.

We want our team members to be proud of the essential work they do, our commitment to the environment, and the overall company. As part of our culture journey to be recognized as a Great Place to Work, we continue to invest heavily in our people, our company culture and in state-of-the-art technology to be at the forefront of innovation and market differentiation. PaperWorks’ products are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will complete the production process of the carton by performing the following duties:

• Remove bad cutting and stripping before placing cartons into the machine feed.
• Visually inspect cartons as loading feeder to detect color or quality deficiencies.

Feeder functions and responsibilities:

• Operate the folding and gluing machinery.
• Assist the operator in detecting machine jams or malfunctions.
• Visually inspects cartons as packing into master cases to detect color, quality, or gluing deficiencies.
• Stack cartons into the machine feeder to keep feeder full and machine running.

Packer functions and responsibilities:

• Pack the required number of finished cartons into master cases by packing handfuls of glued cartons in master packing cases.
• Place the master cases onto the conveyor belt to be sent on to the case sealer.
• Maintain the physical structure of the establishment by keeping the work area neat, clean, and safe.
• Must be capable of keeping accurate records, including the completion of all required forms; and the accurate use of different measuring devices including tape measures, and all other applicable gauges for your responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.