Operator

Job Title : Singlefacer Operator

Work location : Von Ormy TX

Job Type : C2C / Fulltime / W2

Job Description :

To operate the single face section of the corrugator machine in such manner as to produce high quality level corrugated material.

This is a 2nd shift position.

Primary Duties

Check basis weight and width of roll stock before placing it on roll stands

Set glue dams for running correct width

Set correct adjustment on pressure roll and corrugating rolls

Check glue pattern on roll changes and adjust as needed

Continually maintains web lineup

Ensure correct glue level for proper pickup to applicator roll

Replace any worn or bent fingers as needed (cleans up prongs auto guides etc.)

Clean out slots (corrugator rolls and glue rolls) as needed

Set up next flute change well in advance if possible

When changing flutes has new web on bridge ready to thread up

Assist Double Backer Operator as needed to avoid downtime

Continually monitors quality of check board coming from single facer

Check all machinery for mechanical soundness and make sure all safety features are in good working condition and report all unsafe conditions to supervisor

Prepares roll stock for running with as little waste as possible

Set roll stock in machine to ensure a good lineup after splice

In charge of peeling rolls (minimum peel) with approved tool only

Ensure all rolls are put in proper location by material grade

Administration of the different waste categories

Responsible for reporting temperature and viscosity daily

Assure perfect attendance and punctuality

Participate in monthend inventory

Maintain at all times the machine at expected housekeeping standards

Follow all safety rules and procedures

Participates in any extra curriculum (training & development) activity deemed necessary by management

Assists other departments and / or areas when requested by management / supervisor

Troubleshoot when operating issue on machine occur

Train other colleagues to pass on knowledge & expertise (which will include cross training as a Dry End Operator)

Learn relevant local and company requirements rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job.

Promptly reports incidents nearmisses and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.

Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Up to two (2) years related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience

Good interpersonal & communication skills

Highly organized detail orientated and selfmotivated individual (proactive attitude)

Ability to work in fastpaced environment learn quickly and follow established processes

Good mathematical skills

Ability to read tape measure understand basic algebra able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions percentages volume etc.

add and subtract numbers multiply and divide by 10s and 100s...)

Ability to define problems collect data / facts (observing receiving and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources) and draw reasonable conclusions

Ability to deal with various situations

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and deliver to tight production deadlines

Able to interpret a variety of instructions

Able to provide and communicate sound information to management / supervisors

About Smurfit Kappa

Smurfit Kappa is a FTSE 100 company and one of the leading providers of paperbased packaging in the world with operations in 23 European countries and 12 countries in the Americas.

EEO Statement

Smurfit Kappa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex pregnancy religion national origin ethnicity citizenship sexual orientation age marital status disability genetic information status as a Vietnam Era disabled veteran special disabled veteran Armed Forces Services Medal Veteran recently separated or other protected veteran.

Smurfit Kappa also complies with all applicable state federal and local laws regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Kappa operates.

Our vision is to be a globally admired business dynamically delivering secure and superior returns for all stakeholders.

Last updated : 2024-11-20