Gasket Operator

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging.

• Operates routine production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications provided.
• Carry out routine activities that produce the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances.
• Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
• Maintains logs and records of units produced; reports any errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Follows safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Mix compound to proper viscosity.
• Set up rubber gasket machine for proper diameter and material.
• Obtain skid covers from storage and prepare them on the rotary table.
• Apply the correct amount of rubber gasket compound into the groove of each cover.
• Remove covers from the rotary table and place them on the oven conveyor with spacers.
• Slide stack of covers into the oven.
• Periodically weigh the compound to determine if the gasket thickness is to specification.
• Remove covers and spacers, then stack completed covers on skid.
• Truck skid of completed covers to storage.
• Remove minor jams as they occur and report irregularities to the supervisor.
• Remove defective gasket from cover; clean cover for re‑use when necessary.
• Report to supervisor at once any improper functioning of the machine or unsatisfactory quality of the product.
• Clean compound guns and lines at end of each run.
• Meet production standards set for this area.
• Visually inspect covers and gasket material and discard defective ones.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Perform all other detail duties necessary to meet requirements for production standards.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner per the JSA.

Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and up to 2 years of relevant experience.

• Willingness to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Ability to interpret and translate job specifications for production machineries.
• Fundamental understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.

The pay for this position is $23.05 per hour. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth.

Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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