Corrugator operator job description
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Example corrugator operator requirements on a job description
Corrugator operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in corrugator operator job postings.
Sample corrugator operator requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2-3 years of experience in a related role
- Knowledge of corrugator machinery
- Able to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Sample required corrugator operator soft skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and willing to take on additional tasks as needed
Corrugator operator job description example 1
WestRock corrugator operator job description
**About WestRock**
WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) aspires to be the premier partner and unrivaled provider of paper and packaging solutions in consumer and corrugated markets. WestRock's 39,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 250 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
**The Opportunity**
The Corrugator Operator is responsible for setting up, running and maintaining the single facer and doublebacker as well as associated equipment, i.e., E&L, roll stands, and glue pumps. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, good communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, experience in a manufacturing environment, and a strong desire to succeed and advance in the company.
**How you will impact WestRock:**
+ Follow all machine specific safety and lockout/tagout procedures on an as needed basis. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions.
+ Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull >50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
+ Inspect and identify quality concerns
+ Able to adjust steam and heat vessels to maintain proper paper temperatures.
+ Inspect finished product to ensure quality specifications are met.
+ Read, understand, and follow product specification sheets.
+ Communicate with crew on dry end to assure quality and efficiency is being maintained and adjusted.
+ Assist and coordinate with wet end crew to assure rolls are hung and spliced properly.
+ Identify and communicate equipment issues on the wet end with maintenance and Supervisor.
+ Meet or exceed productivity goals.
+ Maintain waste generation at or below budgeted standard.
+ Accurately and thoroughly enter computer information.
+ Properly fill out paperwork (i.e. daily production, machine performance logs, and consumption reports).
+ Able to clearly communicate efficiently with shift supervisor.
+ Able to train wet end employees in basic machine operations
+ Perform scheduled machine PMs and enter work orders as needed.
+ Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills).
+ General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills
+ Maintain full compliance of all GMPs, 5S, and housekeeping standards.
+ Maintain Waste and Efficiency standards
**What you need to succeed:**
+ Ability to effectively manage time.
+ Ability read and fill out manual and computerized reports.
+ HS diploma or GED required.
+ Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently. Must be flexible on shift as overtime is required.
+ Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
+ Good communication skills including the ability to interact with other levels of management and staff.
+ Must pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical
**What we offer:**
+ Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
+ Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
+ An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
+ A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.
\#GA
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
WestRock Company (NYSE: WRK) aspires to be the premier partner and unrivaled provider of paper and packaging solutions in consumer and corrugated markets. WestRock's 39,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 250 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
**The Opportunity**
The Corrugator Operator is responsible for setting up, running and maintaining the single facer and doublebacker as well as associated equipment, i.e., E&L, roll stands, and glue pumps. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, good communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, experience in a manufacturing environment, and a strong desire to succeed and advance in the company.
**How you will impact WestRock:**
+ Follow all machine specific safety and lockout/tagout procedures on an as needed basis. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions.
+ Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull >50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
+ Inspect and identify quality concerns
+ Able to adjust steam and heat vessels to maintain proper paper temperatures.
+ Inspect finished product to ensure quality specifications are met.
+ Read, understand, and follow product specification sheets.
+ Communicate with crew on dry end to assure quality and efficiency is being maintained and adjusted.
+ Assist and coordinate with wet end crew to assure rolls are hung and spliced properly.
+ Identify and communicate equipment issues on the wet end with maintenance and Supervisor.
+ Meet or exceed productivity goals.
+ Maintain waste generation at or below budgeted standard.
+ Accurately and thoroughly enter computer information.
+ Properly fill out paperwork (i.e. daily production, machine performance logs, and consumption reports).
+ Able to clearly communicate efficiently with shift supervisor.
+ Able to train wet end employees in basic machine operations
+ Perform scheduled machine PMs and enter work orders as needed.
+ Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills).
+ General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills
+ Maintain full compliance of all GMPs, 5S, and housekeeping standards.
+ Maintain Waste and Efficiency standards
**What you need to succeed:**
+ Ability to effectively manage time.
+ Ability read and fill out manual and computerized reports.
+ HS diploma or GED required.
+ Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently. Must be flexible on shift as overtime is required.
+ Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
+ Good communication skills including the ability to interact with other levels of management and staff.
+ Must pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical
**What we offer:**
+ Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
+ Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
+ An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
+ A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.
\#GA
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024