Machine Operator 1

We are looking for skilled Machine Operators to join our team in Carol Stream, IL. We are a leader within the Paper Converting industry and are extremely busy. This will be a 3rd shift role and work from 8PM to 4:30AM, Monday through Friday with the opportunity for OT. Pay is between $16 and $18 p/hour depending on experience. See below for additional detail.

• Experience/Background operating and setting up paper slitting/rewinding machines
• Using master rolls of paper, the operator sets up the machine to run production orders as required and stacks finish product on pallets for shipping.
• Reviews the production schedule and notifies the forklift driver which raw material is needed.
• Loads the master roll on the unwind stand and thread the paper through the shafts
• Sets up the chuck width to match the product being made
• Installs knives and sets up to match the widths being cut
• Adjusts the machine control lengths, cuts, spacing and speed
• Puts cores in hopper to match finished roll lengths being cut
• Produce test rolls and recheck widths
• Always Follows all safety procedures
• When production is done, places rolls on outfeed table
• Secures product with tape and or plastic wrap
• Properly count product made per order
• Troubleshoot machine problems to determine actual faults.
• Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production.
• Report production activities and progress to supervisor(s) regularly
• Cross Train on all Jennerjahn slitter/re-winders
• The operator’s task may also include selecting specific raw materials for production and ensuring a good combination of these materials so that they complement each other.