Machine/Wrapper Operator

Title:                        Machine Operator/Wrapper

Department:           Copy Paper

Location:                 1107 Burt Street

Wage Category:     Non-Exempt

Report To:              Assistant Director, Copy Paper

Overview: Machine Operator supports efficient production by serving as a versatile team member capable of operating, monitoring, and maintaining various machinery on the production line. Responsibilities include equipment operation, quality inspection, preventative maintenance, and adherence to production and safety standards.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Equipment Operation and Monitoring

• Serve as a backup for Machine Operator/Sheeter and Maintenance/Wrapper Operator.
• Oversee and operate the wrapping machine and associated support equipment, monitoring all machine functions and controls for continuous, efficient operation.
• Adjust machine settings, speed, and temperature to meet specific product requirements and maintain effective wrapping processes.
• Support the machine operator during roll changes to ensure smooth transitions.
• Assist the machine operator with sheet operation during the operator's absence.
• Continuously monitor machine operations to detect irregularities.
• Ensure machines remain clean and properly functioning throughout production.

Quality Control and Inspection

• Conduct real-time visual inspections to verify machinery operates within designated parameters.
• Identify and remove defective products and materials from the production line.
• Perform regular quality checks on finished products using the ream checklist to ensure compliance with standards for glue, cleanliness, cuts, labeling, and mill number accuracy.
• Perform additional routine quality checks to maintain product standards throughout the run.
• Complete all production run documentation thoroughly and accurately.
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance on machinery.

Maintenance and Housekeeping

• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Follow established protocols to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment both inside the facility and on surrounding grounds.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisory staff.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is helpful but not required.
• Ability to operate all production equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools to maintain machines properly (i.e., Allen wrench, standard wrench, screw drivers, etc.).
• Ability to perform physical activities and stand or walk for extended periods with frequent bending, lifting, and some climbing. (i.e., at times required to carry or lift a maximum of 50 lbs. Weight over 50 lbs. must be shared with someone else.)
• Must have one year of production experience.
• Good interpersonal and communicative skills.
• Ability to deal pleasantly and courteously with management and coworkers.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment subjected to noise.
• Ability to work in atmospheric conditions (The worker is subject to one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system and the skin: fumes, odors, clouds of paper dust.)
• Must have basic electrical knowledge.