Folder Gluer Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Folder/Gluer Operator to oversee overall production of the machine and ensure quality. The role requires attention to safety, accuracy in loading and tagging, and coordination with rake-off personnel.

Overtime is required, and adherence to company policies and preventive maintenance is essential. Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, read and interpret safety rules and manuals, and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions; write routine reports and correspondence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience on the Folder/Gluer and in the Folder/Gluer Apprentice pool.
• A pre-employment drug screening is required after conditional offer.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the Folder/Gluer machine and maintain production records.
• Ensure machine efficiency and timely order completion.
• Coordinate rake-off personnel and ensure accurate load tags and unitizing.
• Evaluate production quality and report concerns to supervision.
• Maintain inventory such as glue and adhere to preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot production issues and inform maintenance of machine problems.
• Work with supervisor to meet production schedule and maintain safety.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Written reports

Oral communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Folder/Gluer Operator

Summary

The Folder/Gluer Operator is responsible for the overall production of the machine and the quality of the work produced.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include The Following

• Set up and operate the machine, including reviewing production master for pertinent information, keeping up with production records and reporting.
• Responsible for the efficiency of the machine and timely completion of orders.
• Responsible for coordinating rake-off personnel, as well as the accuracy of load tags and unitizing.
• Evaluate production quality; bring any concerns to the attention of the appropriate supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory supplies such as glue.
• Adhere to routine maintenance spelled out in the Preventive Maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot production issues that may arise and inform maintenance department of possible equipment problems.
• Work with production supervisor to meet production schedule.
• Responsible for the overall safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Minimum
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Computer Skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficient Microsoft Office computer skills to include Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Must have prior experience on the Folder/Gluer and be in the Folder/Gluer Apprentice pool

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.