OPS - Post Gluer Assistant

Job Purpose:

Job Responsibilities:

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

A Folder Gluer Machine Assistant supports the operator in setting up and running equipment to fold and glue paper/cardboard packaging. They are responsible for monitoring product quality (folding, gluing), feeding material, packing finished products, and keeping the work area clean. Key duties include assisting with machine adjustments, stacking products, and ensuring safety standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Support: Assist with machine "make-ready" (setup) and maintain high-speed production by ensuring continuous feeding of materials.
• Quality Control: Constantly monitor finished boxes for defects like poor folding, uneven gluing, or smudged printing.
• Material Handling: Feed carton blanks into the machine, take away finished boxes, and securely stack or pack them on pallets.
• Machine Maintenance: Perform basic cleaning and preventative maintenance, reporting any mechanical issues to the operator.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines, including using PPE and maintaining a clean work area.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Mechanical Aptitude: Experience with production machinery is highly preferred.
• Attention to Detail: High capability to spot quality defects.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for 8+ hours and lift 25–50 pounds regularly.
• Communication: Ability to read job tickets and follow verbal instructions.

Work Experience:

Education:

● No Education Preferences

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits, 401k, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.