Laminator Assistant Operator

Summary: Assists in set-up and operation of machine combining by extrusion(s) or adhesives(s) two or more layers of film, foil, or paper to produce laminated flexible packaging materials.

Key Accountabilities


+ Obtains production order and determines specs for impending job and arranges for delivery of base materials to machine

+ Loads print rolls and base films and or materials onto unwind stands

+ Performs basic quality checks on films

+ Mixes primers, using prescribed formulas, and maintains adequate levels in reservoirs

+ Transfers hazardous waste into designated drums and transports to storage areas

+ Applies tape to resin roller to prevent extrusion from sticking and adjusts web guide sensors and trim knives as required

+ Checks poly/adhesive applications and installs anilox rollers

+ Sets brake control pressures and thread web(s) through machine, lapping and taping ends around take-up core
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