Laminator Operator_Lamination - 3rd Shift

Clear Destination Inc.; York (York County); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking a Laminator Operator to manage the Laminator machine, ensure quality, and meet production deadlines in a safe environment.

The role involves setting up and adjusting the laminator, performing preventive checks, and participating in SOP creation and data entry. Overtime may be required; strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of machine operator/manufacturing experience preferred; 12 months required.
• English fluency with strong written and verbal communication.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot and adjust Laminator to meet production specs.
• Adhere to quality guidelines and monitor product quality.
• Operate forklift to move raw materials and finished goods.
• Maintain clean work area and perform routine machine maintenance.
• Log production data and cross-train in other functions.
• Attend safety, production and company meetings.

Skills

English fluency

Multitasking

Data entry

ERP experience

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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

• 40% - 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
• 30% - Adhere to and follow all quality guidelines. Continually check product for quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• 10% - Operate forklift to transport raw materials and finished products while adhering to all power industrial equipment rules and safety requirements.
• 10% - 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.
• 5% - Utilize computer at workstation to login, enter/review production data and work orders as required.
• 5% - 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

The demands described are representative but not all inclusive of those demands that must be met by an employee (with or without a reasonable accommodation) to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• 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.