Pleater Technician for Industrial Filter Production

Premium Guard Inc. (PGI); Albion (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) is seeking a pleater operator to set up and run pleater equipment, transport materials, and perform related duties in our automotive filtration manufacturing environment.

You will monitor pleater output, ensure quality, and assist in other production tasks as needed, including safety and housekeeping. Prior experience with pleater operation and a cooperative, team-oriented attitude is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience operating pleater equipment and monitoring output to meet order specifications.
• Ability to read and follow safety and operating procedures.
• Basic math and measurement understanding for paper height, width, and pleat counts.

Responsibilities

• Set up pleater equipment (guides, height, pleat count, oven speed/temperature) and changeover as needed.
• Feed paper into pleater ensuring smooth, continuous flow and monitor pleating for conformance to order specs.
• Check materials quality and ensure correct materials are used.
• Transport raw materials to/from production line and support assembly lines as required.
• Perform other duties such as welding, stock chasing, palletizing, and cleanup; support continuous improvement.
• Maintain records and complete production paperwork; participate in safety practices.

Skills

Pleater operation

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Reading/comprehension

Job description

Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) is seeking a pleater operator to set up and run pleater equipment, transport materials, and perform related duties in our automotive filtration manufacturing environment.

You will monitor pleater output, ensure quality, and assist in other production tasks as needed, including safety and housekeeping. Prior experience with pleater operation and a cooperative, team-oriented attitude is preferred.