Corrugated Machine Operator

Corrugated Machine Operator – Mac Papers and Packaging

The Corrugated Machine Operator is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading a variety of industrial machines and equipment in our corrugated box manufacturing facility to include corrugator, boiler, conveyors, and various converting machines. This is a guide; duties may vary per management.

• Sets up and operates machine to corrugate paperboard to form corrugated paperboard material for containers.
• Positions rolls of paperboard on machine feed rack.
• Inserts paperboard through feed, tension, corrugating and gluing rollers.
• Fills glue reservoirs as needed.
• Stacks product in accordance with production master.
• Monitors quality of boxes and reports issues to Supervisor immediately.
• Ensures correct bundle and unit counts.
• Completes any necessary reports accurately and timely.
• Ensures proper placement of unit tags and cover sheets and correct stacking patterns.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Other duties as required.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working for a Corrugate Manufacturer is preferred but not required.
• Experience working in a Corrugator or Converting department is preferred but not required.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to walk and stand continuously for long periods of time.
• Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to perform enhanced visual quality inspections needed to identify quality problems.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull/leverage up to 75 lbs.

• Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills.
• Will interact regularly with managers and staff regarding building issues.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.

• Employee works primarily in a manufacturing warehouse environment.
• Excessive noise. Hearing protection is required and provided.

Mac Papers + Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage