Boxformer Operator PA

Work Schedule

Friday - Tuesday
Hours: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
with ability to work overtime, different days/shifts for coverage, extra days, and holidays as needed.

Rate

$25.06/hour (starting rate at 80% of the full rate)
Wage Progression:
80% at hire: $25.06/hour
90% after 6 months: $28.20/hour
100% after 1 year: $31.33/hour

This position follows a union wage progression scale. Employees advance to the full rate after one year of continuous service.

Summary

Operate Boxmakers that form and seals empty boxes that are then transported to a caser. Responsible for the correct forming and bottom sealing of cases. Ensure the correct boxes are formed on the correct line. Works closely with Supervisors, Pure-Pack Operator, Line Operator and the Warehouse Receiver. Communicates to the Production Supervisor any condition that prevents the manufacture of boxes to established standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Check the assembly, operation and setting of the machine of the start of operation or shift.
• Keeps the machine supplied with flat stock.
• Makes minor adjustments as needed.
• Operates walk behind pallet jack to transport flat stock from staging area to the area adjacent to each boxmaker. Keeps the Pallet Jack charged as necessary.
• Ensures necessary flat stock is readily available to promote efficient operation.
• Will operate more than one machine.
• Adjust Boxmaker to the proper setting for each size box.
• Operates the boxmaker at the manufacturer’s maximum recommended rate for the machine.
• Keeps record of downtime and reasons for being down.
• Ensures boxes are sealing properly.
• Keeps glue operation in control.
• Fills glue pot as necessary with correct glue.
• Checks for proper temperature and glue nozzle spray pattern.
• Immediately notifies the shift supervisor when your filler is unable to operate. This excludes product changeovers and other routine reasons for downtime.
• Ensures the box being formed on a particular line is correct for the product being packaged on that line.
• Responsible for following all instructions provided by any Company authorized trainer.
• Does other work as required such as policing work area and other tasks as directed by Supervision.
• Maintains good housekeeping and orderliness in your work area.
• Aids the Line Operator during the operation and particularly during changeover. This requires traveling up and down a long (20 steps) flight of stairs approximately 4 to 6 times an hour.
• Fills the Half Gallon Caser with flat stock as necessary.
• Completes clean up card items daily and document where necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/ or management.

All employees are expected to support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, and reporting any concerns.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels – oral, written, visual, and non-verbal – ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.
• Accountability: Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise. Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur.
• Customer Focused: Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs. Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
• Initiative: Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats. Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
• Problem-Solving: Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance. Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
• Collaboration: Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met. Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each person’s contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment may require working in varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids. Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high. Wet/slippery work conditions.

About the Role

Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead—investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future. Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products. We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a Union comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and more. Our employees are an integral part of who we are — what you do and what you think matters.

Qualifications

Minimum high school diploma with higher education or certification required. Ability to work efficiently in a team environment. Ability to communicate effectively. Must be willing and able to work overtime when needed. Must proactively direct value-added work under slack conditions.