Gluer Packer- 1st shift

Rohrer Corporation; Ohio; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Rohrer Corporation in Ohio is seeking a production team member to support the gluer line packing process. You will observe material feeding, assist with setup and run operations, and coordinate with the Gluer Operator to stage jobs and ensure consistency in packaging directions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to line stop procedures, and maintaining quality standards on a fast-paced packaging line.

Qualifications

• Experience working on a packaging/gluer line is preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to work with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Follows safety procedures and uses PPE properly.

Responsibilities

• Observe feeding and folding of material and inform gluer operator of issues on feeding or packing ends.
• Work with the Gluer Operator to monitor product feeding into the gluer.
• Coordinate with the Gluer Operator to stage correct jobs at the front of the machine.
• Ensure all cards are packed in the same direction and match collating marks.
• Understand line stop procedures and assist with setup and run operations.
• Assist packers during downtime to maintain line productivity and quality.
• Check machine adjustments for widths, lengths, thickness, and glue amounts.
• Perform daily end-of-shift duties as assigned.

Skills

Gluer operation

Packaging line experience

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Observe feeding and folding of material and gluing edges and inform gluer operator of any issues being experienced on the feeding or packing ends.


• Work with the Gluer Operator to monitor the feeding of product into the gluer machinery.


• Coordinate with the Gluer Operator to ensure correct jobs are staged at the front of the machine.


• Demonstrates teamwork and motivation on intensive and easier packing jobs.


• Must match all collating marks that are being packed and pack all cards in the same direction.


• Understands the line stop procedures.


• Ability to show consistent improvement on speed, able to keep up with the line, and shows interest in moving into a Packer Level II position.


• Familiarizes self with the items being packed.


• Organize and sort products according to size, color, or other specifications.


• During ‘Setup’ Operation: Takes direction from Gluer Operator and Gluer Level II to de‑stage last job by returning any unnecessary packing supplies, empty trash, and begin staging the next job by gathering needed packaging supplies.


• During ‘Run’ Operation: Takes direction from Gluer Operator to check for correct card, count, carton, side, direction and quality.


• Assist with the routine maintenance tasks of cleaning and lubricating the glue machinery with the gluer operator.


• When needed, assist the duties of the packers on the line to ensure they are keeping up and paying close attention to the quality of the products.


• During any “down time” the Gluer I is working with the Gluer Operator, Gluer II and material handler to ensure product is moved and area is staged.


• Observe when the Gluer Operator makes adjustments to the machine components according to requirements such as widths, lengths, and thickness of materials and amounts of glue.


• Understands all folder/gluer line metrics and goals.


• Completes daily end of shift duties as assigned by the Gluer Operator and Gluer II position.


• Ability to transition as an individual packer without relying on a trainer.


• Correctly uses required safety PPE: steel toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.


• Other tasks as assigned.

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