Machine Adjuster 2nd Shift

Position Summary

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate bag machine/printing press and support equipment to convert paper into bags
• Read and verify work orders/print jobs
• Understand print job requirements and quality issues
• Mount Photopolymer Flexo plates to cylinders/sleeves
• Perform quality checks on finished products to ensure packaging integrity and print quality
• Work with site Quality Techs.
• Monitor correct product weights/counts and ensure they are maintained throughout the shift
• Track waste
• Complete any daily production entry/paperwork
• Comply, understand, and follow all safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Policies and Procedures
• Clean machinery and maintain a safe and clean work area
• Monitor and maintain bag machines/printing presses to ensure optimum work cycles
• Perform regular and preventative maintenance on printing presses and bag machines
• Ensure proper operation of machines according to company regulations
• Report malfunctions or need for repeated cycles to Maintenance Manager, Production Manager, and Plant Manager
• Reset/adjust machines following malfunctions or need for repeated cycles
• Stack packaged items in storage areas or on delivery pallets using pallet jack
• Create daily reports regarding packaged products and storage/delivery orders

Requirements

• Working knowledge of Flexographic printing/paper converting machinery
• Troubleshoot issues and perform maintenance
• Repair machine and make adjustments to machinery when necessary to improve performance
• Learn as many job duties as possible to assist with plant growth and personal/professional growth opportunities
• Switch duties with co-workers as necessary
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
• Be able to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice

Qualifications

• Prior work experience in the packaging industry; paper, bags, converting
• Two to Four years’ prior experience in operating a paper bag or envelope machine or Flexo-Folder Gluer
• High school diploma or GED

Skills

• Able to read and follow instructions
• Able to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations
• Able to apply concepts of high school math
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume, and rate

Benefits

• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

24x7 - 365 days a year

Sometimes work on holidays not avoidable