Laminator Operator

We, at LPFP - Salisbury, a Leggett & Platt company, are seeking a Laminator Operator to join our production team in the Finishing Department.  We have been manufacturing carpet underlay for over 22 years and are considered a full-scale recycler.

If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Laminator Operator , you will be responsible for operating the laminator in such a way as to continuously provide a smooth flow of material from the Tape Seal to the Wind-up Operator.

In conjunction with the actual operation of the equipment, production standards must be used.

Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by enhancing the company’s ability to optimize its production system and meet its long-term objectives.  So, what will you be doing as a Laminator Operator?

The primary task of this job involves maintaining a smooth and continuous flow of rolls through the conversion line.    Feed material into the laminator straight Keep film and netting running continuously and centered.

Ensure proper heat settings, Change tape on the heat roller.

Maintain adequate speed.

Set up net and film based on production requirements.

Maintain product width according to requirements.

Monitor film and net adhesion, keep tape on the heat roller maintained.

Monitor the trimming process to ensure straight cuts.

Maintain ETL stamp for each product being produced.

Regulate speed of pad depending on flow from the Feed into the wind-up.

Keep pad supplied to the Wind-up.

Break off pad edge when defect is spotted.

Change out film and webbing without incurring downtime.

Detect quality issues while inspecting pad.

Able to raise laminator roll without damaging pad.

Adjust trim blades to run correct widths.

Adjust photo eye to keep pad in line with web and laminate.

Keep assigned areas clean.

Be knowledgeable of areas where HOT temperatures exist.

Must be trained in Changing Out Film / Webbing Procedures.

Other aspects of this job include :

• obeying / enforcing all company safety policies, such as wearing safety glasses, ANSI approved side shields for prescription glasses, hearing protection in required areas and no open toe / heel shoes along with all other company policies and procedures listed in the Leggett & Platt Employee Handbook.

Other Duties and Responsibilities :

This job is also responsible for reporting to the Production Manager any visual maintenance issues such as :

Product of supply variance To be successful in this role, you’ll need :

High School diploma or GED Things we consider a plus :

Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team.

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