Folder Gluer Operator

STS Packaging, a Schwarz Partners, L.P affiliate company, is currently seeking a Folder Gluer Operator in Mooresville, IN. The Folder Gluer Operator safely and efficiently ensures the timely production of quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. This position operates in a safe, hazard-free work environment, maintaining quality and production procedures, achieving total customer satisfaction in a cost-effective manner, with continuous support to the Finishing Supervisor. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Demonstrates ability to achieve production goals in straight-line gluing area; maintain quality throughout production day.
• Is aware of and adheres to production schedule; product specifications, quality, delivery and service goals.
• Demonstrates proficiency on required paperwork, and ensures all inventory, scrap, quality standards, etc. are logged accurately.
• Demonstrates proficiencies on glue tolerances and machine settings, operation, cleaning and maintenance.
• Ensures 5S standards are followed according to visual aids in the department.
• Other duties related to day-to-day issues that may arise, as assigned by the Finishing supervisor.
• Ability to work overtime.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Maintains a clean and safe work area and reports unsafe conditions to management for resolution.
• Adheres to all safety policies, including always wearing required PPE, and sets an example to others for model safety behavior.
• Understands common quality defects, including how to detect as well as what to do if observed.
• Responsible for reporting any product quality or food safety issues to the Quality Manager (SQF Practitioner) or Management Team member.
• Conform to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures and policies to assure products are suitable for food contact.
• Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High School degree or GED. 
• 2 years’ experience operating straight-line gluer equipment. 

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• College/Trade School degree in manufacturing. 

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of how to perform basic quality checks.
• Familiar with production terminology.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Basic understanding of OEE and how it is used to measure machine overall performance.
• Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Fluent in English required.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Constant standing, walking, talking, hearing; occasional sitting; specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception and peripheral vision. The position also requires the ability to stand 90% of shift and lift up to 45 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Plants can be hot noisy, exhibit vibrations have, uneven surfaces mechanical hazards, dust/dirt, odor/fumes; work performed inside

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Tools required for the job:  Steel toe shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and hair nets.
• Steel toe shoes are provided by employee, all other tools provided by employer
• The essential job functions and major job functions listed above are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the job functions that an individual will be required or expected to perform.
• Position Descriptions may be changed or revised by the Company from time to time at its sole discretion.

If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking team with a family feel, culture of excellence, and customer-focused reliability, we want you to be a part of our team!