Single Facer Operator

Must have previous corrugator experience

Responsible for all activities associated with running the single-facer and assisting in wet-end and dry-end functions, including setup, operation, clean-up, and recommending improvements to operations. The employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Responsible for waste reduction on the corrugator
• Operate the single facer to produce the highest level of production (performance) and quality.
• Produce single face that meet with company and customer quality specifications
• The operator is responsible for working with the Dry End Operators and Wet End Operators to ensure good and efficient productivity
• Check wet end line-ups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
• Put rolls of paper in reel stands ensuring correct size and grade of paper to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.
• Work with the Clamp Operator to ensure the correct paper is used and recorded
• Continuously monitor web and board during runs to ensure quality and making adjustments as necessary
• Responsible for single facer machine cleaning maintenance schedules
• Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.
• Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark balance of part and butt roll sizes, grade, diameter, and lineal and place core plugs
• Stripping of paper balance on cores before sending to waste trolleys
• Turn in maintenance job cards to supervisors for needed repairs.
• Assist in the wet end training of the Double backer and dry end personnel.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Assist where required at the board machine
• Additional duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years’ experience on corrugator wet end, as a single facer operator or related to wet end function
• Minimum completed Grade 12 (Matric)
• Completed trade test in corrugator board manufacturing an advantage
• Solid understanding of different grades and flutes
• Must have a working knowledge of:
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications and Quality standards
• Safety and quality knowledge

Key Competencies:

• Team player
• Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Root cause analysis and fault-finding skills
• Must be able to perform and operate under pressure and adapts to changing conditions
• Must have the sense of responsibility to accomplish tasks without supervision.
• Self-motivator
• Competency to review and follow instructions.
• Physical ability to stand for long time.
• Physical ability to periodically lift heavy objects.
• Should have strong hand-eye coordination.
• Sufficient physical reflexes and personal mobility.
• Good clarity of sight, hearing and speech.
• Willing to work shifts, standby and overtime when required