To operate the single face section of the corrugator machine in such manner as to produce high quality level corrugated material.

Primary Duties

• Check basis weight and width of roll stock before placing it on roll stands
• Set glue dams for running correct width
• Set correct adjustment on pressure roll and corrugating rolls
• Check glue pattern on roll changes and adjust as needed
• Continually maintains web lineup
• Ensure correct glue level for proper pickup to applicator roll
• Replace any worn or bent fingers as needed (cleans up prongs, auto guides, etc.)
• Clean out slots (corrugator rolls and glue rolls) as needed
• Set up next flute change, well in advance, if possible
• When changing flutes has new web on bridge ready to thread up
• Assist Double Backer Operator as needed to avoid down-time
• Continually monitors quality of check board coming from single facer
• Check all machinery for mechanical soundness and make sure all safety features are in good working condition and report all unsafe conditions to supervisor
• Prepares roll stock for running with as little waste as possible
• Set roll stock in machine to ensure a good lineup after splice
• In charge of peeling rolls (minimum peel) with approved tool only
• Ensure all rolls are put in proper location by material grade
• Administration of the different waste categories
• Ensure all data reporting is accurate
• Responsible for reporting temperature and viscosity daily
• Assure perfect attendance and punctuality
• Participate in month-end inventory
• Maintain at all times the machine at expected housekeeping standards
• Follow all safety rules and procedures
• Participates in any extra curriculum (training & development) activity deemed necessary by management
• Assists other departments and/or areas when requested by management/supervisor
• Troubleshoot when operating issue on machine occur
• Train other colleagues to pass on knowledge & expertise (which will include cross training as a Dry End Operator)
• Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Up to two (2) years related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good interpersonal & communication skills
• Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment, learn quickly and follow established processes
Good mathematical skills
• - Ability to read tape measure, understand basic algebra, able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, volume etc. (add and subtract numbers, multiply and divide by 10's and 100's...)
• Ability to define problems, collect data/facts (observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources) and draw reasonable conclusions
• Ability to deal with various situations
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and deliver to tight production deadlines
• Able to interpret a variety of instructions
• Able to provide and communicate sound information to management/supervisors

About Smurfit Kappa

Smurfit Kappa is a FTSE 100 company and one of the leading providers of paper-based packaging in the world, with operations in 23 European countries and 12 countries in the Americas.

EEO Statement

Smurfit Kappa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a Vietnam Era, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal Veteran, recently separated or other protected veteran. Smurfit Kappa also complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Kappa operates.

Our vision is to be a globally admired business, dynamically delivering secure and superior returns for all stakeholders.