Folder/Gluer Operator II at Fellowes Brands in Itasca, Illinois

Job Description:

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

We are proud to be recognized:

• Among America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022
• As one of Chicago's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022
• As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022 and 2023

Job Responsibilities

To safety operate folder gluers and to perform a variety of duties including set-ups, adjustments and minor maintenance to produce a product that meets all quality specifications.

• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals and environment.
• Set-up and operate folder gluers. Monitor product quality and machine performance to ensure product specifications and production efficiencies are met.
• Report production results including rejects and downtime.
• Complete required documents as needed for each production run.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning as needed.
• Direct team including temporary employees as needed.
• Provide training for other Operators, Helpers and other team members as required.
• Notify Facilitator, Superintendent, or designate as needed of job changes, work and material variances in a timely manner to optimize machine performance and to prevent short orders and/or over runs.
• Other related and similar duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner
• Understand verbal and written instructions. Able to effectively communicate with team.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules and guidelines in order to prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Physical presence at designated worksite, work a 40-hour schedule, maintain consistent and acceptable attendance and work overtime as required, including weekend and holiday work based on business demands.
• Pay close attention to detail and follow instructions and procedures to meet quality standards.
• Work in a team environment by assisting in training and facilitating job duties for other team members (including temps). Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Successfully complete and pass required Power Industrial Vehicle (PIV) training and test and obtain and maintain appropriate PIV licensing.
• Use Radio Frequency (RF) units.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and leadership characteristics. Able to prioritize and to pace work with output of production.
• Pay close attention to detail and follow instructions and procedures to meet quality standards.

Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917
For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a Brand on the Move and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

Visit our Careers Site: www.fellowesbrands.com/us/en/careers/Pages/overview.aspx

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.

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