Folder Gluer Operator

Essential Job Functions: Demonstrates competency in all basic and advanced folds, straight line, auto bottom, internals, and inner partitions. Reviews job order to determine specifications and/or special instructions for job and examines approved sample to determine gluing areas, folding areas and pre-breaks required to produce carton. Performs line clearance according to established QOP.Sets and makes adjustments to gluer to achieve determination as to the number of cartons to pack in case to provide consistent case counts. Examines glue pot and if necessary, clean, check level of glue in glue pot on all gluers and in drum for extrusion. Sets barcode scanner; challenges barcode scanner to ensure proper function and Vision system when applicable. Sets glue scanner; challenges glue scanner to ensure proper function. Throughout production run, perform checks to ensure cartons are folding properly and glue application is consistent and accurate. Monitors identification bars on multiple order jobs to prevent mixed items. Ensures any non-conforming materials are identified. Sets up and runs tag machines for jobs that require tags or labels. Assists in the repair and preventative maintenance of gluers. Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules, security procedures and instructions. This position will help keep department in specs within all 5S and SQF guidelines, and immediately report any food safety concerns to management. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Good basic computer skills in order to utilize our operating systems. Good problem-solving skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Good communicator and able to monitor finishing team members to enable them to perform assigned responsibilities have working knowledge of finishing machine (gluer) and mechanical aptitude. Ability to work in team environment. Ability to work with little supervision. Good attendance record. Must pass color vision test. Good mathematical ability, including good understanding of measurement systems and ability to utilize various measuring devices, e.g., calipers, micrometers, etc.3-years' experience operating a gluer or successfully completing a formalized on the job training program or equivalent be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employee is required to: stand, talk, see, hear, and be mobile. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.