Sheeter Operator, Paper Sheeting & Packaging
Overview
You will own the sheeting process, converting roll stock into precision-cut sheets that meet strict customer specs. Your work spans 12-hour shifts at a high-volume folding carton plant in Bolingbrook, IL, where you will run sheeting equipment at production speeds. You'll coordinate with forklift operators, material handlers, and maintenance to keep the line moving. This role demands 3+ years on paper sheeters or web converting equipment and a commitment to SQF, GMP, and food safety standards. The payoff: a direct hire spot with a leading manufacturer, paid training, and overtime opportunities.
What You'll Do9
- 1Set up sheeting equipment per production schedules and job specs, installing rolls, knives, and blades.
- 2Align tooling and adjust machine settings for sheet length, width, squareness, sheet count, and operating speed.
- 3Coordinate with material handlers and forklift operators to keep roll stock flowing and finished sheets stacked.
- 4Inspect sheets for tears, edge damage, contamination, skew, and scuffs, making adjustments to hold quality.
- 5Troubleshoot routine jams and mis-feeds, then report mechanical issues to maintenance.
- 6Perform operator-level preventive maintenance: clean, lubricate, and inspect the machine.
- 7Hand off shift status and machine updates to the next crew, logging production data accurately.
- 8Follow SQF, GMP, PPE, and Lockout/Tagout procedures every shift.
- 9Drive continuous improvement by flagging waste and suggesting line tweaks to the supervisor.
Requirements9
- 1High School Diploma or GED.
- 23+ years operating sheeters or similar converting machinery.
- 3Experience with paper sheeters, web converting, or folding carton equipment.
- 4Ability to perform machine setups and changeovers.
- 5Familiarity with SQF, GMP, HACCP, and food packaging standards.
- 6Forklift experience preferred.
- 7Comfort in high-speed manufacturing environments.
- 8Stand and walk for 12-hour shifts, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- 9Willingness to wear PPE and follow all plant safety protocols.
Salary Insight
$52 - $62k per year
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