Folder/Gluer Machine Operator I - 1st Shift

About the role

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed. We Are Proud To Be Recognized Among America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022; as one of Chicago’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022; as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022 and 2023.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the Assembly Folder Gluer and perform set‑ups, adjustments, and minor maintenance to produce a quality product, ensuring a smooth flow of material through the department.
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals and environment.
• Operate the Folder Gluer by maintaining raw material flow, feeding material, and monitoring machine performance, performing setups, and making adjustments.
• Communicate mechanical or quality problems to the Department Supervisor, Superintendent, or designate.
• Assist with other department operations as needed.
• Provide training to others in Folder Gluer operations and support functions as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning as needed.
• Perform all other related and similar duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Understand verbal and written instructions.
• Effectively communicate with team.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules and guidelines to prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Maintain physical presence at designated worksite, work a 40‑hour work schedule, maintain consistent and acceptable attendance, and work overtime as required, including weekend and holiday work based on business demands.
• Pay close attention to detail and follow instructions and procedures to meet quality standards.
• Work in a team environment by assisting in training and facilitating job duties for other team members (including temps). Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Successfully complete and pass required Power Industrial Vehicle (PIV) training and test and obtain and maintain appropriate PIV licensing.
• Use Radio Frequency (RF) units.
• Able to work in a machine‑paced, team environment.
• Able to make minor mechanical adjustments, using basic hand tools.
• Able to take the initiative in providing leadership for the support functions on the Folder Gluer line to safely maximize machine performance.

Physical Requirements

Perform repetitive tasks as required. Perform pre‑shift stretching (includes: bending, reaching and stretching with hands, arm, legs and feet and bending and twisting waist) as