Folder Gluer Operator

Smurfit Westrock plc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Folder/Gluer Operator to oversee the machine's production and quality. You will set up and run the line, monitor records, and ensure orders are completed on schedule.

Responsibilities include coordinating rake-off, tagging and unitizing, inspecting quality, maintaining glue inventory, and following safety procedures. Overtime is required; join a team focused on safe, efficient production.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures; may write routine reports.
• Proficient Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the machine and review production master; maintain production records.
• Ensure machine efficiency and on-time order completion.
• Coordinate rake-off personnel and load tags/unitizing for accuracy.
• Evaluate production quality and report concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain inventory like glue and follow Preventive Maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot issues and inform maintenance of equipment problems.
• Work with supervisor to meet production schedule; ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Overtime is required; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Folder/Gluer experience

Reading & interpretation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

• 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.