Job title:  Operator, Laminator (Level 1)

Work Location:  Bristol, TN

Division/Department:  Lamination

Reports to:  Production Supervisor

FULL TIME

NON-EXEMPT

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate machine that adheres two substrates together with adhesive.
• Transport rolls of finished printed rolls from press to laminator.
• Thread end of parent roll into feeding mechanism of machine and adjust friction brake by hand to maintain tension of paper.
• Slide rewind cores on shafts and cut cores to length based on need.
• Verify alignment of rewind rolls.
• Adjust machine using hand tools and machine controls.
• Read job order to determine proper size of film substrate and type of adhesive.
• Fill adhesive tanks on laminator.
• On the first pass, first substrate is applied to the second to make printed image appear shiny and vivid and to act as a barrier of protection to the product inside.
• Transport laminated rolls to the end boards, pallets, and curing rack to wait curing process.
• Record raw material consumed on production report.
• Check weights and ratios per specs.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Mechanically inclined.
• Ability to read and understand print specifications documents and follow written instructions.
• Must be detailed oriented.
• Proficient computer skills and data entry.
• Possess a willingness to learn and seek personal growth.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Support SQF Certification.
• Must be able to stoop, bend and twist repetitively.
• Ability to stand on feet 12 hours per day.
• Ability to multi-task.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.