Gluer packer- 3rd 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 being packed and pack all cards in the same direction.
• Understand and follow line stop procedures.
• Show consistent improvement on speed, keep up with the line, and express interest in advancing to a Packer Level II position.
• Familiarize yourself with the items being packed.
• Organize and sort products according to size, color, or other specifications.
• During setup operations: take direction from Gluer Operator and Gluer Level II to de-stage the last job (return unnecessary packing supplies, empty trash) and begin staging the next job by gathering needed packaging supplies.
• During run operations: 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 alongside the gluer operator.
• When needed, assist packers on the line to ensure they keep up and maintain close attention to product quality.
• During downtime, work with the Gluer Operator, Gluer II, and material handler to move product and stage the area.
• Observe when the Gluer Operator makes adjustments to machine components for widths, lengths, thickness of materials, and glue amounts.
• 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.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow line stop procedures.
• Ability to match collating marks and pack cards consistently in the same direction.
• Willingness and ability to transition to independent packer role without ongoing trainer support.
• Commitment to consistent speed improvement and keeping pace with production line.
• Interest in progressing to a Packer Level II position.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times: steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Skills

• Teamwork and motivation in both intensive and routine packing environments.
• Attention to detail for quality verification (card, count, carton, side, direction).
• Familiarity with folder/gluer line metrics and production goals.
• Ability to organize and sort products by size, color, or other specifications.
• Basic mechanical awareness to observe machine adjustments for widths, lengths, thickness, and glue application.
• Routine maintenance aptitude for cleaning and lubricating glue machinery.
• Coordination and communication with Gluer Operator, Gluer II, and material handlers.