Thermoforming Operator: Master All Six Machines

Genpak; Carthage (AR); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vis​

Paid Vacation Time

11 Paid Holidays

401k with a generous company match

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay Access

Job summary

Genpak is seeking a Thermoforming Operator to learn and operate all six Thermoformers with minimal supervision. You will perform first piece inspection, document production logs, recognize heating and cooling issues, and initiate adjustments to ensure quality product.

Responsibilities include startup/shutdown of machines, recording heat readings, performing quality checks, maintaining housekeeping, and handling packaging materials. Candidates must be able to follow safety rules and operate PFEs.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and operate all six Thermoformers within defined specification without assistance.
• Recognize heating/cooling problems on all machines and report any issues immediately.
• Start up and shut down all Thermoformers unassisted.
• Recognize and perform adjustments as needed without assistance.
• Check oilers on trim press and Thermoformers at shift start and fill as needed.
• Perform roll change with minimal scrap.
• Operate micro phaser and ballerina control panels to obtain readings and make adjustments as needed.
• Read instrumentation gauges to record "heat reading" on each machine.
• Perform quality checks (burning, cold cracking and registration) per roll.
• Learn proper packaging (boxes, poly bags) for each product type.

Responsibilities

• Housekeeping, must keep all areas free of debris.
• Stock packaging material (boxes, poly bags, foam rolls) at beginning of production run.
• Produce product with correct width, gauge, and weight.
• Abe to use a fire extinguisher.
• Understand and accurately complete required paperwork: first piece inspection, production log.
• Get assistance to resolve any issues to get machine back in operation.
• Well rounded knowledge of quality of all products.

Skills

Six thermoformers operation

Quality inspection

Documentation

Problem reporting

Reading gauges

Safety awareness

Education

Powered Industrial Truck Certificate

Lockout/Tagout Certifications

Tools

Micro phaser

Ballerina control panels

Job description

Genpak is seeking a Thermoforming Operator to learn and operate all six Thermoformers with minimal supervision. You will perform first piece inspection, document production logs, recognize heating and cooling issues, and initiate adjustments to ensure quality product.

Responsibilities include startup/shutdown of machines, recording heat readings, performing quality checks, maintaining housekeeping, and handling packaging materials. Candidates must be able to follow safety rules and operate PFEs.