Folding Machine Operator

Job Number: 5856

Job Title: Folding Machine Operator

Location: Naugatuck, CT

Industry: Manufacturing

Relocation Available: Yes, from within the continental United States

Job Type: Permanent/Full-Time
 

Our client, located in Naugatuck, Connecticut, is currently seeking to fill the position of Folding Machine Operator If you are motivated and professional individual, who will improve the efficiency of their team, we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience as a Folder / Gluer Operator.
• Must have own tools.

Responsibilities

• Make ready, operate and maintain folder-gluer.
• Identify, troubleshoot and correct product defects caused by gluers.
• Identify job ticket specifications and set and operate machine to published specifications.
• Identify and make basic repairs to Finishing Department equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on folder gluers.
• Enter production data electronically.
• Be able to fold and glue both SBS and plastic cartons.
• Run a folder gluer at high speeds.
• Be able to use hot melt, extrusion and pot adhesive application systems.
• Be able to use label application equipment for security tags, labels and coupons.
• Be able to use high speed imprinting equipment.
• Make ready, operate and maintain a rigid window application machine.
• Make ready, operate and maintain a flexible window application machine.
• Make ready and run both in-line and auto-bottom folding cartons.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Achieve targeted performance standards on make-ready, run, non-chargeable times and scrap.
• Provide daily feedback to supervision regarding all aspects of shift activities.
• Complete forms, logs, and records as required.
• Adhere to safety rules.
• Follow direction of Shift Team Leader.

Competencies

• Prior mechanical experience.
• Prior machine operator experience.
• Basic mechanical ability and aptitude.
• Take and pass a mechanical aptitude test.
• Read, write, and speak English.
• Basic math skills.
• Be able to work overtime.
• Be flexible with respect to required shift.
• Effectively interact with others in a team environment.
• Able to lift/move/carry up to 40 lbs.

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