Gluer I- 1st shift

Responsibilities

• Observe feeding and folding of material and gluing edges; inform gluer operator of any issues on the feeding or packing ends.
• Work with the Gluer Operator to monitor the feeding of product into the gluer machinery.
• Coordinate with the Gluer Operator to ensure correct jobs are staged at the front of the machine.
• Demonstrate teamwork and motivation on intensive and easier packing jobs.
• Match all collating marks that are being packed and pack all cards in the same direction.
• Understand line stop procedures.
• Show consistent improvement on speed, keep up with the line, and express interest in moving into a Packer Level II position.
• Familiarize self with the items being packed.
• Organize and sort products according to size, color, or other specifications.
• During ‘Setup’ Operation: Take direction from Gluer Operator and Gluer Level II to de-stage the last job by returning unnecessary packing supplies, emptying trash, and staging the next job by gathering needed packaging supplies.
• During ‘Run’ Operation: Take direction from Gluer Operator to check for correct card, count, carton, side, direction, and quality.
• Assist with routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning and lubricating the glue machinery with the gluer operator.
• Assist packers on the line to ensure they are keeping up and maintaining product quality.
• During “down time”: Work with the Gluer Operator, Gluer II, and material handler to ensure product is moved and the area is staged.
• Observe when the Gluer Operator makes adjustments to machine components based on widths, lengths, thickness of materials, and amounts of glue.
• Understand all folder/gluer line metrics and goals.
• Complete daily end-of-shift duties as assigned by the Gluer Operator and Gluer II.
• Transition to working as an individual packer without relying on a trainer.
• Correctly use required safety PPE: steel toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.