Southern Champion Tray · 7 hours ago
Aerator Operator -Nights 6pm to 6am 3Day/12Hr
Chattanooga, TN, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expSouthern Champion Tray is a company focused on core values and operational principles. They are seeking an Aerator Operator to safely set up and operate machines to ensure quality product output while adhering to safety and operational procedures.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Safely set up and operate the machine to acquire quality product at the desired target speed of each run
Set up and operate the machines in a consistent manner, maintain the procedures with regard to the operation
Loads and unloads pallets of paperboard into the jogger aerator checking sheets for all defects
Operates control panel from pedestal base staying clear of jogger aerator while in motion, safely removes and inserts pallets from the jogger aerator
Jogs, aerates, aligns, and inverts pallet-sized loads
Inverts jogger aerator used to separate sheets, blows out entrapped powder, dust, and debris from loads
Adjust vibrations and aerating speeds as necessary
Produces evenly stacked piles of paperboard sheets on pallets to provide optimal performance of printing and cutting presses
Stages stock loads in the printing department for the next scheduled jobs
Report any suspected problems or safety issues to supervisor
Must be trained with a certification to operate an electric pallet jack
Follow all instructions issued on the work jacket and advise the supervisor of any incorrect or non-recorded information that is necessary for proper set up and operation
Adjust to and follow new procedures and innovations, which would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and assists in repair of machine malfunctions; performs routine cleaning and maintenance
Performs lockout/tagout during maintenance and never enters the pit unless machine has been locked out
In accordance with our 5S system, maintain a clean work environment including the machine, floors, desks, and fans
Effectively utilize any machine downtime (not including approved breaks) by performing other tasks associated with maintaining a clean work environment or as otherwise instructed by a supervisor
Occasionally will be asked to perform a different job, or be temporarily placed in a different department based on production needs
Learn the Die Shop, learn the cutter machines, and giving breaks to the Cutter Operators for development
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must have basic computer skills and possess ability to utilize software
Must have mechanical ability and skills
Must have the ability to read and understand documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English
Must be able to understand and speak clearly, communicate, and understand directions in English as needed
Company
Southern Champion Tray
Southern Champion Tray is a packaging and containers company specializing in paperboard packaging solutions.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bob Marshall
Chief Financial Officer
Mark Longnecker
Chief Financial Officer-Retired
Recent News
2025-09-23
Google Patent
2025-02-18
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