Machine Assistant Operator (Gluer) - 2nd/3rd Shift

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; Landisville (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging-Corporation-of-America in Landisville, PA is seeking a production crew member responsible for assisting with machine setup and maintaining quality across packaging lines. You will help stack and palletize finished boxes, communicate issues, and follow factory instructions to keep the line running smoothly.

The role requires lifting up to 45 pounds, overtime on short notice, and tolerance for varying temperatures around machinery and forklift traffic.

Qualifications

• Teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions precisely.
• Willingness to work overtime on short notice, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup and ensure proper operation.
• Monitor box quality and report issues.
• Stack finished boxes for palletizing and unitizing.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping as per company policies.
• Complete production and quality reports accurately and timely.
• Support with crew training and cross-training.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Follow instructions

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Principle Accountabilities:

• Assist with machine set-up in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, scoring, folding, print, proper placement/application of the glue, etc., and communicate quality related issues back to operator and helper(s).
• Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing.
• Able to understand and follow instructions on factory card, as well as instruction given by operator
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by effectively assisting the operator to run the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Assist with training helper(s) with job duties on the machine.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to:Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise and Quality Data.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Work with crew members for maximum efficiency of operation.
• Switch duties with other crew members, which may include operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing, as required.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and work rules, including but not limited to safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.
• Experience in folding/gluing machine work.
• Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members, and work independently.
• Ability to follow instruction and execute written and verbal instructions.