Folder Gluer Assistant

Colonial Group; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a 2nd shift machine operator to support packaging operations. You will assist with machine setup, monitor box quality, and help maximize equipment utilization while adhering to safety and housekeeping standards.

The role requires lifting up to 45 pounds, experience in manufacturing, and willingness to work overtime on short notice. You will work with crew members to maintain production schedules and ensure quality across all boxes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience as a machine operator or assistant.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures around machinery and forklift traffic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine set-up according to proper setup techniques.
• Monitor box quality and communicate issues to operator and helpers.
• Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing/palletizing.
• Follow factory card instructions and supervisor directions.
• Maximize equipment utilization by assisting the operator to run at capacity.
• Assist training of helpers on the machine.
• Complete reports such as Production Data, Machine Status, Safety Data, Lean and Quality Data.
• Submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
• Be proactive in equipment maintenance and maintain housekeeping.
• Adhere to production schedule and suggest optimizations for cost, quality, and service.
• Report any scheduling issues to Supervisor and work with crew for efficiency.
• Switch duties as needed (operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, packing).
• Other duties may be assigned; regular attendance is required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Following Instructions

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Position is 2nd shift (3:00PM - 11:00PM)

Principle Accountabilities:

• Assist with machine set-up in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, scoring, folding, print, proper placement/application of the glue, etc., and communicate quality related issues back to operator and helper(s).
• Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing.
• Able to understand and follow instructions on factory card, as well as instruction given by operator.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by effectively assisting the operator to run the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Assist with training helper(s) with job duties on the machine.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to:Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise and Quality Data.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Work with crew members for maximum efficiency of operation.
• Switch duties with other crew members, which may include operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing, as required.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and work rules, including but not limited to safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience as a machine operator or assistant
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a packaging environment.
• Experience in folding/gluing machine work.
• Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members, and work independently.
• Ability to follow instruction and execute written and verbal instructions.