What are the responsibilities and job description for the 50 Flexo Operator position at Smurfit Kappa North America?
The primary function of a Production - 50 Flexo Operator is work safe in the day-to-day operation of the Flexo Folder Gluer while setting up the rails, print and die cut section on the Flexo accurately.
Primary Duties
- 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, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
- Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on Flexo accurately
- Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run
- Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured
- Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print
- Check anilox rolls for damage
- Train and assist First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers with job duties on the machine
- Cross-train on other machines
- Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner
- Notify supervision of needed repairs
- Switch duties with First Helper as necessary
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
- Follow all LOTO procedures for the Flexo Folder Gluer machine
- Regular and timely attendance required
- Other duties may be assigned by supervision
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Able to speak, read, comprehend, and write legibly English
- Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
- Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters
- Eligible to bid for this position under the present labor/management agreement or have current work-related experience
- Prior work experience in the corrugated industry
- 6 months' experience as a Press Department First Helper
- 6 months' experience in the Press and Finishing Department
About Smurfit Kappa
Smurfit Kappa is a FTSE 100 company and one of the leading providers of paper-based 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.
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