Finishing Operator

Under the direction of, and reporting to the Finishing Lead, the Finishing Operator is responsible for converting Master Rolls into Finished Rolls using Finishing procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform activities related to the setup and operation of Finishing machines, following written procedures and instructions.
• Maintain material quality throughout the slitting operation, ensuring proper print position, roll conformation, and implementation of the hold procedure when necessary.
• Identify and remove defective material using established flagging and inspection procedures.
• Follow shop packet instructions and complete line verification forms accurately.
• Read and follow written procedures and instructions as required.
• Label, sleeve, and box finished goods.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Enter time and quantity information into the shop floor computer system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Web handling fundamentals.
• Beginner level computer skills.
• English language verbal and written communication skills.
• High school math skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently with team members.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands to operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift and move objects over 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, color recognition, and focus adjustment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee infrequently works near moving mechanical parts and is infrequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.The noise level in the work environment is quiet – hearing protection is required on the manufacturing floor.

Protective Clothing/ Equipment Required:

Hearing protection, safety shoes, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) requirements must be worn in all manufacturing areas. Additional PPE may be required as needed.

Safety Responsibility:

• All Employees

Glenroy strives to provide a workplace free of health & safety hazards.  In order to do this effectively we rely upon every person in the company to follow the policies and procedures we develop.  We also require all employees to contribute to the overall safety of our business by providing feedback on safety issues.  It is therefore your personal responsibility, as a condition of employment, to follow our safety policies and to report conditions that you feel are not safe.

• Company Leadership

Leadership has the responsibility to understand, support and enforce all applicable Glenroy health and safety programs.  This includes, in conjunction with the Continuous Improvement & Safety team, performing team incident investigations, and implementing any necessary corrective action.  Leadership must also play an active role in identifying safety hazards on new equipment installations, and ensure that team employees attend required safety trainings.

Quality Responsibility:

• All Employees

Glenroy strives for the highest quality products and service levels in the industry.  In keeping with our tradition and heritage of building a culture of quality, the Company applies three tactics.  First, we make every effort to select employees that are intrinsically motivated and willing to accept high levels of personal responsibility. Second, we maintain a comprehensive Quality Manual which sets the quality expectations for the entire company.  Third, we have a robust training program to ensure all employees understand the quality expectations and are equipped to perform the required quality checks.  At the operational level this means that shop floor employees take ownership for manufacturing a quality product.  This includes visual and physical inspection, process control adjustment and conditions that require shutting down the process and suspending product. 

• Company Leadership

Leadership has the responsibility of understanding customer requirements and effectively communicating those to all employees.  Leadership also has the authority to make decisions relating to the disposition of non-conforming material in accordance to customer specifications, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and company policies.

• Product Safety and Contamination Prevention

Glenroy serves many customers in industries where our packaging must meet their stringent product safety requirements.It is the responsibility of company leadership to ensure that Glenroy employees will be made aware of the potential for product contamination while performing their jobs and daily routines.All employees will be trained on specific programs and policies that are in place to prevent such product contamination from occurring.It is the responsibility of all Glenroy employees to follow the programs and policies they have been trained on.