Machine Operator (Laminator)

Compensation: $18.20/hour plus applicable shift premium, and up to 3% bonus capped at %

Shift: Sunday Night to Friday Morning 10:30pm to 6:30am

Job Summary

The Lamination Operator lays up and processes the binding of a collated sheet made up of 4 to 5 layers of material. He or she reports daily totals to the Senior Lead Hand, and performs daily audit functions on work in progress.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Lamination Machine as required
• Change Lamination Machine to load various Lamination programs and recipes as required
• Responsible for checking production orders prior to the start of every shift for job requirements
• Produce sheets with proper Lamination finish as per job orders
• Report any defected sheets caused by Laminator to Senior Leadhand Card Finishing
• Update Lamination Log to record recipe, time in, time out and measurement of sheet for every load laid up at Lamination Machine
• Clean Lamination plates throughout shift
• Follow quality checks and procedures set by Management and Quality Control Department
• Follow daily schedule and productivity standards set for Lamination equipment by Senior Leadhand is mandatory
• Train new hires as required
• Organize, clean workstation and machine after each shift
• Complete all daily paperwork and audit control sheets daily
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Experience and Educational Requirements

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an asset as a Machine Operator is preferred

Skills and Competencies:

• Basic computer knowledge is an asset
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Must be organized and a good multi-tasker

Education:

• High school diploma is preferred

Working Conditions:

• Must be required to work on a rotating shift. (Days/Afternoons/Evenings)
• Overtime and weekend work at times may be required
• Safety shoes/boots are mandatory on the Production/Manufacturing floor

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work standing on both feet % of the time while operating machinery
• Ability to lift 10 – 50 lbs from the floor, up to waist level, frequently
• Ability to lift lbs with a second Operator.
• Ability to frequently bend, lift, walk, crouch and kneel.
• Requires keen eyesight and alertness to detail.
• May be required to work long periods of time at the computer screen