Folder Gluer Operator
WestRock - Greenville, TX
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Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Relocation assistance may be available. Safety Makes sure all safety procedures are being followed Hold employees accountable for working within the rules and proactively identifying and removing hazards Reports any and all near misses, incidents, first aid rendered, or unsafe working conditions to the Plant Manager and Safety Manager immediately without exception Administers and models safety in his/her area of responsibility Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and plant safety standards Responsible for the safety and well-being of self and employees. Production Safety always takes priority over production Primarily responsible for everything and everyone on the machine Responsible for managing crew on the machine (rotating, breaks, etc.) Works in conjunction with the Team Leader to manage packers, trainees, feeders, and belt man Performs Make Ready on machine Proofreads job jacket for specific job information Collects customer job samples (if required) Achieves production goals for waste, output, and make readies Ensures all DMS checklists and documents are filled out completely and correctly Check products for non-conforming issues (glue, folds, bad scores, cuts, poor prints etc) Sets up proper delivery for every job Sets Leary system for glue detection Fills out daily production report Set up code printers Troubleshoots gluers, Leary system and other applicable production equipment as needed Responsible for product safety and product quality, and reports product safety and product quality problems to Senior Management or Quality Manager. Quality Maintains excellent product quality Ensures control plan is adhered to Performs Leary challenge Responsible for ensuring that correct procedure is followed for rejection of raw material Responsible for ensuring proper procedure is followed for rejecting or passing questionable product produced by their machine Maintenance Can assist in maintenance of machine when necessary. Housekeeping Assists with housekeeping of machine. Responsible for the cleanliness of the equipment in their assigned area. Machinery Perform and ensure all preventative maintenance is being performed on machine according to scheduled Zone PM’s Performance Excellence Be actively engaged in applicable performance excellence activities. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Created: 2025-09-08