Laminator Operator

Sealed Air; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid elder care

Paid time off

Job summary

Sealed Air in Saint Joseph, MO, is seeking a Laminator Operator for a day shift on a 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM rotating schedule. The role focuses on operating laminating equipment, maintaining quality, and following safety procedures.

You will monitor performance, perform quality inspections, and document results while coordinating with the team to ensure on-time production and proper turnover.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and via email.
• Experience with laminating or related slitter/lamination equipment preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems on the production line.
• Ability to stand and work on a concrete floor for extended shifts.
• Good interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Ability to manage production documentation accurately.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate laminating equipment to bond materials per specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and conduct quality checks.
• Troubleshoot issues and involve maintenance as needed.
• Complete production documentation and SAP entries.
• Coordinate with float and other operators for turnover and setup.
• Maintain safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Assist with setup and readiness for oncoming shifts.
• Identify opportunities to minimize downtime.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Team player

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laminating equipment

SAP entry

Job description

Laminator Operator

St Joseph

Requisition ID: 56440

Shift: Day

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM; 2/2/3 rotating schedule

Pay Rate: $20.00

Position Overview

The Laminator Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining laminating equipment to bond multiple layers of materials together according to precise specifications and quality standards. This position plays a critical role in the manufacturing production line, ensuring products meet dimensional, aesthetic, and functional requirements while maintaining safety protocols and production efficiency.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

Operate industrial laminating machinery to combine materials such as plastics, films, paper, foil, or composite materials into finished or semi-finished products. The operator monitors machine performance, conducts quality inspections, and makes necessary adjustments to maintain consistent output that meets customer specifications and company quality standards.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Follow all Sealed Air rules and regulations while working safely and utilizing PPE protocol.
• Work with float to ensure jobs are being cut to meet customer demand
• Operate machine safely to obtain a quality product
• Troubleshoot machine issues and involve Plant Maintenance when needed
• Assist float or complete setups as needed
• Ensure the oncoming shift has clear direction as to how to proceed at turnover
• Complete and record all quality checks
• Make sure equipment is properly staffed throughout shift
• Send required information to pack out
• Follow all special job instructions (SPI's) on paperwork
• Let Core Cutter know if special needs arise
• Print pallet labels, fill out documentation, and perform SAP entry (float may assist if available)
• Perform second party QC checks for other Operators as needed
• File job packets and deliver customer sample packets to PC group as needed
• Work with Production Control in sharing ways to minimize machine downtime.
• Attend departmental and safety meetings when scheduled.
• Other additional tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have good communication skills both personal and via Email
• Multiple slitter experience preferred
• Must be able to troubleshoot and problem solve
• Tolerate standing, pushing, pulling during 12 hours on a concrete floor
• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Must have good judgment with decision-making regarding Quality and Fitness-for-use of materials
• Ability to complete production-related documentation on both computer and paper forms
• Excellent organizational skills, planning ability, and attention to detail
• Must have the ability to work within a team
• Ability to take direction from several individuals
• Willingness to work overtime if needed
• Self-motivated
• Ability to multitask

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off