Dental Insurance, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Health Insurance, Identify Issues, Leadership, Manufacturing, Production Schedule, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Knoxville, TN
POSTED
30+ days ago
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
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