Lamination Operator B

Job Description

Now hiring! Come work at a place to build your future and be an integral part of a fast-paced, safety-oriented, and growing industry! We are an ESSENTIAL employer that is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Hanover Park, IL facility!

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.

ProAmpac is looking for you to join our team!

What ProAmpac has to offer:

Quarterly bonuses: perfect attendance bonus and gainshare program

Premium pay built into your shift schedule

11 paid company holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO) with 2 additional personal days

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, and other supplemental offerings

Company-provided life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program – living a healthy lifestyle can get you a discount on your health insurance premiums AND other incentives

The Laminator Operator functions under the direct supervision of the Rollstock Production Leads. This position is responsible for setting-up and operating the laminating machine to meet or exceed customer quality specifications. Accountable and ultimately responsible for the quality and quantity of material produced and all related documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure personal compliance with all company Quality System, Operational, and Human Resource policies, procedures, and practices, including Safety and housekeeping procedures.

Ensures job and materials are available and staged on floor prior to machine/job start. Perform line clearance and set up to begin job.

Loads and unloads roll stock; perform material quality check.

Assist in mixing prescribed adhesives, catalysts and solvents to the proper working viscosity.

Assists in rotating and maintaining chemical inventory and supplies.

Observes machine operation to detect defects or machine malfunction. Minor adjustments to be made with assistance from operator A. Document changes on Daily Production Sheet.

Checks and records bond strengths utilizing the Instron machine as assigned.

Performs minor machine maintenance; including daily and weekly PM. Report any necessary maintenance to Supervisor.

Reports unsafe working conditions and safety concerns to Supervisor.

Focus on Housekeeping and GMPs during shift production.

Completes required documentation and enters data into the computer database accurately and timely.

Participates in trainings and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Stage materials, pallets, adhesives, raw materials, required to maximize up-time.

Prioritize materials for upcoming jobs on schedule.

Accurately document downtime and description on production board.

HAZARDOUS WASTE RESPONSIBILITIES

This individual is responsible for handling and disposing of any hazardous waste associated with printing and laminating processes in accordance with county, state and/or federal guidelines.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

1-2 years demonstrated experience assisting in lamination of flexible materials.

Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs.

Ability to work with and around hazardous chemicals.

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Able to work 3rd Shift (6 pm – 6 am)

Area of Interest: Manufacturing
Department: Lamination-1005
Work Place Type: On-site
Shift: Third Shift

ProAmpac is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.