Winder Operator- 2nd Shift

Sonoco; Greenville (WI); On-site; USD 27,469 - 39,123; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco in Greenville, WI, is seeking a Winder Operator to set up and operate winding machines, ensuring quality production. Responsibilities include reviewing job orders, adjusting machines, and collaborating with team members. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED along with some related experience. Benefits offered include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement. Join our diverse team to produce quality packaging solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months related experience.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules and operating instructions.
• Physical demands met to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Review job order and set up winding machine.
• Adjust tension and splice papers as needed.
• Monitor operations for quality and perform maintenance.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Basic arithmetic skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Location: Greenville, WI

Position: Winder Operator

Shift: Straight Shift 10 hrs – 3:00 pm to 1:00 am (Monday–Thursday) with some Fridays

Wage: $24.17 + $1.00 shift differential

Sonoco is a global packaging solutions company with a history dating to 1899. We are a diverse team focused on producing quality products and solutions for customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Review the job order to determine the appropriate equipment and materials. Determine proper mandrel size, belt to be used with the mandrel and paper width requirements, and proper paper size and width.
• Set up and operate the winding machine using the appropriate equipment and materials. Adjust the angles of the paper on the dry stand and on the glue rack. Ensure proper spacing of ribbons to create tubes. Prepare glue pots and use the proper adhesive so all plies have the proper amount of adhesive and tubes are glued properly.
• Adjust tension on winding belt and paper as required. Splice additional paper as needed to maintain a smooth production flow. Verify the outer diameter and core thickness specifications hourly and document the measurements.
• Set up and operate the tube saw by inserting the proper saw blades and adjusting for the proper diameter and length to achieve an even cut.
• Monitor critical areas during operation to ensure a quality product, including safety, inside and outside dimensions, tube length, gap, adhesion, and ply spacing.
• Collaborate with other production team members on the line (Line Support, Line Lead, and Production Associate) and serve as direct back-up to the Line Lead.
• Perform required maintenance of equipment, including lubrication and oiling of the winder and saw.
• Keep machines and the work area clean daily and return equipment and unused materials to proper storage locations.
• Work safely with others and instruct helpers in the proper use of the machine, using all safety guards as intended.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. One to three months related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete production reports.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) in all units of measure.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions and to handle problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources, including an Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.