Double Backer 2nd

About the role

Responsible for all activities associated with running the double-backer including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up bridge guides and glue station in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Check wet end lineups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
• Put rolls of paper in mill roll stands ensuring proper size and grade of paper to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.
• Make adjustments during runs for tension, alignment, adhesion, and warp control.
• Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.
• Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark the proper size, grade, diameter, and lineal footage on the roll and place core plugs in each end of the buttrolls.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the double-backer at available capacity and speed in line with those of the corrugator.
• Clean starch pans, metering rolls, and glue rolls when necessary.
• Keep the doublebacker area clean.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervisor for needed repairs.
• Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Take all paper off of cores of stub rolls.
• Absorb and pass on training to dry end personnel.
• Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry preferred.
• 6 months’ experience on the dry end of the corrugator.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications.
• Product quality specifications.
• Quality standards.

Skills

• Equipment design and capabilities.
• Product layouts and production specifications.
• Product quality specifications.
• Quality standards.

Benefits

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Pay

Starting pay at $18.15 per hour, based on experience plus differential!

Schedule

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