Laminator Operator_Lamination - 3rd Shift

Clear Destination Inc.; Spry (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking a Laminator Machine Operator to oversee the laminator and ensure quality, on-time output. You will assist with SOP documentation, data-entry, and cross-training within production. Attendance at safety and company meetings is expected.

Responsibilities include setup, adjustments, maintenance, and running the laminator with attention to product specs and process safety. Overtime may be required to meet production deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required/preferred.
• English fluency with strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a production environment.
• Experience with data entry and basic computer use (ERP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and adjust Laminator machine per SOPs.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and perform visual inspections.
• Enter production data and review work orders at the computer station.
• Cross-train into other department functions as needed.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and quality standards throughout production.

Skills

English fluency

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the overall operation of the Laminator Machine and supplying good, quality product with the ability to meet deadlines in a safe manner. Additional responsibilities will include: assistance with creating SOP and other production related documentation, inventory data-entry and cross-training into other job functions as needed. This position requires routine attendance to departmental, production, safety and Company meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set-up, operate, troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments to the Laminator machine following established procedures and guidelines with minimal supervision to laminate material.
  • Conduct a visual inspection and perform general preventive maintenance of the laminator
  • Power on machine
  • Gather all necessary materials
  • Set-up machine per product specific set-up sheet
  • Using computer station and work panel controls, select appropriate options to include adhesive, air chucks, splice complete, etc. Refer to SOP for step-by-step setup procedures for use of computer station and work panel controls.
  • Feed/jog material and web through machine or splice if material is already on machine
  • Go to adhesive area and place adhesive in front of IR’s
  • Set temperature and monitor until it gets to the required temp
  • Begin running machine
  • Web bottom layer at IR station
  • Turn nip “on”
  • Increase speed and monitor tension at the IR station and cooling conveyor area
  • Turn on waterjet and begin trimming
  • Check tension on waterjet based on thickness of material
  • Remove material from machine
  • Stage rolls for put-away using appropriate equipment
  • Once laminator process is complete, print production ID labels and place on material
• Adhere to and follow all quality guidelines. Continually check product for quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate fork truck to transport raw materials and finished products while adhering to all power industrial equipment rules and safety requirements
• Maintain clean work environment by cleaning belt from adhesive, IR’s and work area as needed; maintain machine as required by changing blades as required and report any maintenance issues immediately to supervisor and maintenance department
• Utilize computer at workstation to login, enter/review production data and work orders as required
• Cross-train into other job functions providing assistance as necessary within the department

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 4 years of machine operator/manufacturing experience preferred; 12-months manufacturing or machine operating experience required; department experience preferred
• English fluency (read, write, speak); strong communication skills required (written/verbal)
• Forklift experience preferred
• Cross-training within department/location will be required as part of position
• Proven ability to multitask in a stressful environment (dirty, confined spaces, strict timelines, etc.), attention to detail, and adapt to changing demands
• Read and understand units of measure
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Demonstrated comfort with data entry and basic computer skills; ERP experience preferred
• Must be safety conscious and carry out work responsibilities in a safe manner
• Must be able to work overtime to meet operational requirements
• Able to safely perform related physical requirements/demands of the role

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics below are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Manufacturing Environment: This position may operate in a manufacturing setting with conditions of high-pressure air/steam/gas, hazardous gas/chemical fumes, extreme heat and temperature variations, loud noise, exposure to dangerous machinery, dirty work environment and/or exposure to dust (pigment). The position is required to wear PPE including, but not limited to safety glasses, steel toe/composite boots and earplugs.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, lifting, pounding, pushing and/or pulling. Move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.
• Exert up to 130 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move object.
• Manual dexterity to move material and operate equipment.
• Communicate effectively (write, speak) with supervisors and others on performance and safety concerns.
• Adequate hearing ability to receive work instruction and to respond to changes in work environment.
• Attention to detail to complete work assignments.
• Time management to comply with scheduled work time and maintain productivity requirements.
• Ability to understand and abide by safety policies and maintain a safe work environment. Ability to move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.

The above are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job described. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.