Laminator Operator

Giro Pack, Inc.; Vidalia (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bi-Weekly production bonus

Job summary

Giro Pack, Inc. seeks a Laminator Operator to support production in Vidalia, GA. Training runs M-F 8:00–5:00; after training, the role shifts to 2nd or 3rd shift with Monday–Friday schedules.

The operator will run lamination machinery for fruit/vegetable packaging with emphasis on safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include operating laminators, maintaining quality, and following planning orders. Candidates should be able to stand long hours, lift up to 50 pounds, and work well in a

Qualifications

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lb)
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and detail orientation
• Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety rules and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Operate lamination machines safely and report issues promptly
• Complete required production forms and maintain clean work area
• Monitor material quality, glue application, and film changes
• Follow production planning and work priorities
• Report SAP/IT issues to supervisor and assist with maintenance as needed

Skills

Stamina for long shifts

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Machinery experience

Job description

Giro Pack, Inc. is looking for a Laminator Operator to support production operations at our Vidalia, GA. location. Currently the selected candidate will be trained Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, once training is completed the candidate will work 2nd shift, Monday - Friday (2:00pm -10pm) or 3rd Shift, Monday - Friday (10pm - 6am).

The Laminator Operator plays an integral part in the manufacturing of products within the fruit/vegetable packaging industry and is responsible for the safe/efficient operation of the lamination machines.

Laminator Operator job duties include:

• Ensuring lamination machines are operated correctly and report any shortcomings to the supervisor/maintenance in a timely manner
• Complete required production forms
• Maintain/Lube production machinery as needed
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Follow inspection procedures
• Change and/or replace film bobbins
• Verify stability of material as well as proper glue application
• Follow planning order and work priorities
• Clean machines according to procedures
• Report SAP or IT shortcomings immediately
• Conduct other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Requirements and skills:

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds etc.)
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus
• Communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety rules
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Very good vision and ability to handle intricate, detail oriented work
• Plastics Injection Molding/Warehouse experience is an asset, but not necessary
• Must be able/willing to work a flexible schedule

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bi-Weekly production bonus

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vidalia, GA 30474: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)