Laminator Operator: Growth, Training & Day-1 Benefits

Smurfit-Westrock; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive training & development

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Houston, TX is seeking a Laminator Operator to run the laminator, perform setup, monitor quality, and maintain records. Shift is Monday–Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm (currently 5:00 am–3:30 pm). Starting pay is $20-$22 per hour with benefits from day one.

You will train and assist others and follow safety, quality and scheduling guidelines. Required: high school diploma or GED, 6 months in corrugated industry preferred, ability to read tape measure, and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months experience in the corrugated industry preferred.
• Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.
• Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Knowledge of equipment design/capabilities for efficient operation.

Responsibilities

• Set-up laminator accurately per setup techniques.
• Inspect labels for specification, trim and registration.
• Maintain label storage area and provide inventories.
• Monitor sheet quality (loose liner, warp, size).
• Check glue roll application.
• Operate machinery at capacity and speed.
• Train and assist Stacker with machine duties.
• Cross-train on other machines, die cutters.
• Complete reports (Production Data, Machine Status, Safety, Quality).
• Submit maintenance work orders and support equipment upkeep.
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping policies.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Math and measurement

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication with management

Safety awareness

Quality standards knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Houston, TX is seeking a Laminator Operator to run the laminator, perform setup, monitor quality, and maintain records. Shift is Monday–Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm (currently 5:00 am–3:30 pm). Starting pay is $20-$22 per hour with benefits from day one.

You will train and assist others and follow safety, quality and scheduling guidelines. Required: high school diploma or GED, 6 months in corrugated industry preferred, ability to read tape measure, and basic math skills.