Complex Glue Operator

JOB PURPOSE

To set up, operate and maintain a complex Gluing machine to ensure the safe and efficient production of high quality printed, folded, window patched and glued food and pharmaceutical/healthcare cartons in accordance with the requirements of our customers and with full compliance to PS9000 and BRC/IoP at all times.

To ensure that those working on the Gluing machine are trained and competent

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Upon receipt of instructions from the works orders, obtain the required materials (such as glue and cut/creased cartons), parts, consumables and works tickets to set up and operate the Gluing machine to produce the order to the customer’s specification
• Set the Gluing machine for each run, including feeder, delivery & carton transfer
• Set machine parameters to ensure highest quality Gluing including positioning of setting of glue ducts and stencils
• Prepare samples for approval, ensuring consistency of production by controlling all Gluing parameters in order to meet standards set at approval
• Ensure line clearance is completed in accordance with the SOP following each order and fully complete the Gluing machine clean down process in accordance with the company’s procedure
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Gluing machine through regular preventative maintenance as detailed on the monthly maintenance plan, carrying out, as required, necessary adjustments or replacements of feed belts and blades, etc, reporting immediately any problems or breakdowns
• Ensure full & accurate completion of all requisite production/quality documentation including guard checks in accordance with company and departmental requirements and procedures
• Direct the workload and supervise the activity of other members of staff working on the Gluing machines to ensure their safety at all times
• Train and develop any new or existing members of staff as required to provide an understanding of the principles of Gluing, the location and use of Gluing machine controls and the standard operating procedures to ensure their competence
• Perform suitable handovers, ensuring notes and instructions are passed on as required
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the standards required by PS9000 and BRC/IoP in terms of housekeeping, hygiene and product quality including continually & regularly checking the quality of the cartons throughout the job, making specific checks (such as colour, glue and window alignment, pressure marks, etc), ensuring appropriate line clearance & cleanliness, and completion of in-process inspection documentation. Report any issues affecting quality or non-compliance to customer specifications immediately
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the standards required by the HSE and maintain compliance at all times
• Provide a fair amount of cover for holidays and/or sickness as required
• Ensure good working relationships with superiors, subordinates and peers, customers and any 3rd party visitors at all times
• Perform other duties as directed by your line manager

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Achieve targeted run speeds
• Constantly strive to reduce downtime to agreed levels
• Meet and maintain customer requirements in terms of quality and output
• Compliance with the company’s quality standards (PS9000 and BRC/IoP)
• Adherence to the company’s health safety & environment standards (HASAWA Act)
• Maintain a good overall condition of the folder gluer you are assigned to through routine maintenance
• Accurate & efficient control of components including filing and good housekeeping practices condition of the folder gluer you are assigned to.

TECHNICAL SKILLS/QUALS

• Mechanical background
• In-house trained machine operator, able to set up, operate, run and maintain a complex Gluing machine
• Qualifications:Ideally City & Guilds or NVQ III in a mechanical discipline but not essential
• Previous manufacturing experience, preferably within a print/packaging environment
• Able to use pallet trucks
• Computer literate able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook
• Computer literate able to use Avante (training will be provided)

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Good standard of English, able to understand verbal or written instructions, able to complete all forms of required documentation, able to produce information as required, able to assist in the production of standard operating procedures and able to train others
• Good common sense, able to use everyday judgement to solve problems
• Flexible, reliable, punctual, good attendance