Laminator Operator Job Listing at Kelly Services in Grand Rapids, MI (Job ID 10093327)

Description

Pay: $17 / hour
Shift: Monday-Thursday 3 PM - 1:45 AM
  Job Overview The Glass Lamination Line Operator is responsible for overseeing the operation of the glass lamination line, including the cleaning of glass and laminate, running the lamination machinery, and maintaining high product quality and safety standards. This position requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to safety. Key Responsibilities

• Operate Lamination Equipment:
  • Set up, run, and monitor the glass lamination line
  • Adjust operating parameters such as temperature, pressure, and line speed as directed.
• Material Preparation & Handling:
  • Clean glass sheets and laminate interlayers to precise standards, following clean workspace guidelines 
  • Load glass, laminate (e.g., PVB or EVA), and interlayers into the machine.
  • Use tools such as brushes and rollers to remove air bubbles and ensure clean, defect-free bonds.
• Quality Control:
  • Inspect in-process and finished laminated glass for defects, such as delamination, bubbles, or misalignment.
  • Perform and document regular quality checks, reporting any deviations to supervisory staff.
  • Record production and inspection data accurately.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and optimize settings to maintain continuous, high-quality production.
  • Communicate with maintenance teams when more advanced repairs are required.
• Safety & Teamwork:
  • Follow established safety protocols and use appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
  • Safely guide glass panels, especially in hot or fast-moving areas.
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth, efficient operation and effective shift handoff.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate, high-quality work.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or machine operation preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic machine issues.
• Basic safety and quality control knowledge; training will be provided for role specifics

This role plays a key part in ensuring the production of high-quality laminated glass panels used in a variety of applications.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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