Machine Operator

Overview:

By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

The Machine Operator has the qualifications and business acumen to provide support by setting up and monitoring the rewinder machine to ensure efficient production.

Responsibilities:

• Make the proper precautions to perform work responsibilities in a safe manner.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and motivated to contribute.
• Perform winder operation support responsibilities independent of supervision.
• Work alongside winder operators to uphold Glatfelter’s quality standards.
• Troubleshoot issues with the wrapper and conveyor and communicate them clearly with the maintenance team.
• Train others in the proper protocols and procedures with respect to the winder assist position.
• Use a forklift safely as needed to perform job duties.
• Use a crane safely as needed to perform job duties.
• Properly set cores and operate the core puller.
• Demonstrate the ability to uphold Glatfelter quality standards by performing metal sweeps, sweeping dust, removing waste, etc.
• Assist during the start-up of the paper machine by ensuring the start-up cart has a roll and is in proper position and help feed paper through the pope.
• Assist with other positions (bico, hammermill, or operations material handler) as needed.
• Assist with monthly Planned Maintenance Optimization (PMO) shutdowns.
• Participate in product changeovers.
• Perform additional tasks directed by Winder Operators, Shift Supervisor, Process Technician, or Management.
• Use OptiVision to perform job functions such as scanning rolls, entering weight, and printing labels.
• Abide by all Glatfelter Mount Holly standards.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the Winder Operators, Shift Supervisor(s), Machine Manager, Human Resource Manager, Process Engineers, and Maintenance Managers.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3 years manufacturing experience preferred
• Previous forklift operation preferred
• Ability to read and take units of measurements for weight, volume, distance, etc.
• Competent in computer abilities
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible 12-hour shifts following a 14 day pattern of 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, and then 3 off
• Physical ability to regularly bend over and lift 40 pounds and push/pull up to 1000 pound cylindrical paper rolls
• Physical ability to stand for the majority of the 12-hour shift