Folder Gluer Operator

Company
Accurate Paper Box is a family owned business located in Knoxville TN and serving the Southeast and Midwest. We manufacture and design folding cartons, and related paperboard products to meet a variety of customer needs.
Job Summary
The Folder Gluer Operator is responsible for successfully operating machines that forms and glues flat cartons into finished cartons. They understand and align business operations and the Department as he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.
Machine brand types used: Omega Intro 110, International Royal, International Right Angle, International Speed King, International 6FX
Responsibilities

• Operates gluing machines within a high speed, fast paced environment.
• Sets up and operates straight-line gluers, inner cell, 4 corner and 6-corner gluers; and related peripheral/supporting equipment for the purpose of manufacturing folded and glued carton
• Performs preventative maintenance on gluing machines working in partnership with maintenance department to avoid unnecessary downtime.
• Inspects completed work to detect defects and verify conformance to work order specifications, and adjust machinery as necessary to correct variations
• Palletizes finished product in preparation for shipping.
• Keeps daily time and materials usage reports and records information in SAP
• Disassembles machines to maintain, repair, or replace broken or worn parts, using hand tools
• Supports safety culture, able to perform basic operator care and cleaning,
• Learn and support other departments within the facility

Required Skills

• Experience in the folding carton industry required
• Experience doing make readies for straight-line, 4-corner and 6 corners required
• Must be flexible with work schedule; willing to work other shifts, overtime and weekends
• Standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) carrying (up to 50 lbs.), pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, visual acuity (Near and Far).
• Intermediate Level Computer skills
• Stack of carton typically weighing up to 35lbs pounds taken from press at waist level and packed in box.
• Possess a strong work ethic
• Desire to work additional hours (overtime)
• High Mechanical aptitude, prior technician experience in a manufacturing environment a plus

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement
• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K