Lamination Operator Assistant (UPK)

Five Star Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Management in Houston, TX is seeking a Lamination Assistant to support the production team on the manufacturing floor. You will set up rolls, monitor quality, and help operators maintain smooth workflows.

You will assist with resin and material checks, ensure GMP and food safety standards, and perform routine sanitation. The role requires basic English, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and readiness to work in a loud environment.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of packaging equipment safety and operation.
• Able to visually inspect for defects and monitor product temperature changes.
• Familiar with GMPs and HACCP policies and procedures.
• Able to lift heavy materials and rolls.

Responsibilities

• Set up and load rolls onto lamination machines.
• Check resin levels and manage raw materials.
• Provide direct support to production operators and resolve workflow issues.
• Maintain plant sanitation and GMP housekeeping.

Skills

Packaging know-how

Defect detection

GMPs HACCP

Heavy lifting

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Houston, TX 77041, The Lamination Assistant position involves setting up the rolls, ensuring quality control and production standards. Aids machine operator and focus on meeting high-quality output.

DESCRIPTION

• Ensures compliance regarding Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Good Housekeeping practices for all activities.


• Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition


• Provides solvent and checks the quality of the product and visual inspections for defects.


• Load rolls onto the Lamination machine.


• Monitors resin levels and other raw materials.


• Ensure proper storage and organization of materials.


• Provides direct support to production operators, helping to resolve issues and maintain workflow efficiency.


• Responsible for plant sanitation and monitoring action plans to maintain sound GMP’s and orderly housekeeping.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Must have general knowledge of packaging equipment principles.


• Ability to visually check for defects in the product and sense temperature changes in the finished product.


• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant equipment policies and procedures.


• Must be knowledgeable of GMPs and HACCP.


• Lift heavy materials and rolls.


• High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred experience in manufacturing, preferably in flexible plastic packaging.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.


• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).


• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, kneeling, and carrying for extended period. Going up and down ladders/steps.


• Ability to read, write, and speak in English to effectively communicate and interpret instructions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, which may involve exposure to loud noises, machinery, high temperatures and chemicals.


• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.


• Need to have own transportation to visit more than one facility during the day.