Lead Paper Sheeter Operator
•30 days ago
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$21 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Knoxville, TN Knoxville, Tennessee open_in_new |
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About this job
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Position Title: Lead Sheeter Operator (Sheeting Machine Operator / Paper Converting Operator)
Department: Converting
Reports To: Production Manager
Department: Converting
Reports To: Production Manager
Position Summary
Accurate Paper Box is seeking an experienced Sheeter Operator with several years of hands-on sheeter experience in folding carton manufacturing. This is not an entry-level position. The ideal candidate can step in immediately, run at full production speed, minimize waste, and lead the department without extensive training.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot high-speed paperboard sheeters
- Maintain tight sheet size tolerances and board quality standards
- Monitor grain direction, caliper consistency, and sheet accuracy
- Drive maximum throughput while maintaining low spoilage rates
- Identify and correct mechanical or quality issues proactively
- Coordinate with pressroom scheduling to ensure material readiness
- Lead assistants and enforce high performance standards
- Maintain accurate production reporting
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 to 5 years operating a sheeter in folding carton manufacturing
- Proven ability to run at high speeds with minimal waste
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read job tickets and production schedules independently
- Demonstrated leadership capability
- Track record of maintaining equipment performance and uptime
What We Expect
- Ownership mentality
- High urgency and production intensity
- Focus on throughput, waste reduction, and efficiency
- Ability to hold team members accountable
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