Finishing Line Operator Assistant - Palletizing and Quality

Responsibilities

• The Finishing Operator Assistant (Feeder/Catcher, Padlocker) places cartons into the machine feed (Feeder) or collects carts at the end process.
• Spot quality checks, and packs completed cartons.
• Responsible for feeding, palletizing and operation of the banding equipment.
• Responsible for stacking pallets to the specified work instructions and pallet diagrams.
• Responsible to review and confirm Pallet “S” Tags, Pallet log and Work Instructions all agree.
• Confirm that labels are correct and facing out, as applicable, on all finishing pallets.
• Also making sure corrugated is all lined up and matches in appearance.
• Responsible for operating electric Pallet Jacks safely to move WIP or finished pallets.
• The Palletizer will need to lift and place cases on pallets keeping the palletizing loop clear.
• Responsible for inspecting and packing cartons when needed.
• Assemble corrugated according to customer specifications.
• Responsible to re‑stock materials for the following crews, which include but are not limited to making lids, corrugated stocked and also keeping the tables stocked up with tape.

• Duties require standing (except breaks and lunch) with little lower body movement throughout working shift for 12 hours.
• Visual acuity at short distances. Needed to detect variances in job numbers, register and collator marks.
• Color vision needed to detect inappropriate color of product.
• Lifting and loading up to 20 lb. bundles of corrugate into case erector.
• Able to lift 25‑35 lb. boxes continuously and 50 lbs. occasionally to cover Palletizer position.

Demonstrates proficiency in operating banding equipment, palletizing, and performing quality checks on finished products. Capable of safely operating electric pallet jacks and adhering to work instructions for efficient material handling.