The Paper Bowl Assistant Operator supports the operation of paper bowl machines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The role involves loading raw material, clearing jams, completing basic maintenance, performing quality checks, and assisting the Paper Bowl Operator with setups to keep production running safely and efficiently.
Essential Job Functions:
Operation
Assist with the startup, operation, and monitoring of paper bowl machines
Load raw materials, including paper rolls and blanks, into the machine
Clear machine jams and restart equipment safely and efficiently
Schedule work orders and properly code downtime
Print and apply product and scrap labels correctly
Enter scrap data accurately into SAP
Properly label scrap gaylords according to company procedures
Quality Control
Inspect finished paper bowls to ensure quality, detect defects, and verify compliance with specifications
Remove defective products from the line and assist in maintaining accurate production records
Report quality concerns promptly to the Operator, Lead or Supervisor.
Maintenance
Perform basic machine adjustments under the direction of the Operator or Supervisor
Assist the Operator during preventive maintenance (PM) and minor troubleshooting activities
Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards
Compliance/Other Tasks
Comply with all company policies and procedures including GMP, PPE, HACCP, LOTO, and JSA regulations
Communicate any operational, quality, or safety issues to the Operator or Supervisor during coverage periods
Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead, Shift Supervisor or Department Manager.