Single-Facer Operator, 2nd Shift

prattexternalcareersite; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt is seeking a Module Facer Operator to run the single-facer and assist in wet-end and dry-end operations, including setup, operation, cleanup, and suggesting improvements.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and prior corrugated industry experience, including dry-end and Doublebacker work. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months experience on the dry end of the corrugator.
• 6 months experience as a Doublebacker Operator.

Responsibilities

• Operate the single-facers to produce the highest level of production and quality.
• Check wet end line-ups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
• Put rolls of paper in mill roll stands ensuring proper size and grade of paper to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.
• Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.
• Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark the proper size, grade, diameter and lineal footage on the roll and place core plugs in each end of the butt rolls.
• Continuously monitor the board during runs to ensure quality and make adjustments as necessary.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Clean starch pan, glue roll and singlefacer area after changing flutes and at the end of the production week.
• Take all paper off of cores of stub rolls.
• Assist in the wet end training of the Doublebacker and dry end personnel.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Reading instructions

Measurement & math

Reasoning ability

Technical equipment understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Corrugated industry experience

6 months dry-end experience

6 months Doublebacker experience

Job description

Pratt is seeking a Module Facer Operator to run the single-facer and assist in wet-end and dry-end operations, including setup, operation, cleanup, and suggesting improvements.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and prior corrugated industry experience, including dry-end and Doublebacker work. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.