Digital Press Operator - 2nd Shift
ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
We are currently looking for an experienced Press Operator to join our team who can excel in our fast-paced, high performing team oriented environment. This is an opportunity to join an innovative, rapidly growing company within the flexible packaging industry, where you will have a direct impact on our ability to safely deliver quality products at a competitive cost. We are offering a competitive compensation package for this position, including benefits and an employer matched 401k, as well as the potential for long term growth and development opportunities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure personal compliance with all company Quality System, Operational, and Human Resource policies, procedures, and practices, including Safety and completes required documentation accurately and timely.
- Maintains communication within production team members ensuring smooth shift transitions, etc.
- Identifies and ensures that proper materials are used for production.
- Cleans the machines daily; organizes machine and material parts during closing operations.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
- Ensure the proper packaging materials are used for each product being produced.
- Ability to perform changeovers in a safe and efficient manner.
- Prepare equipment for the next run to include size changes as needed.
- Complete required paperwork and checklists as required
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Possess and foster a positive attitude of learning and respect
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions
- Ability to take ownership of work and also work as part of a team
- Strong verbal communications skills
- Attention to detail
- Visual acuity to color consistency
- Manual coordination and dexterity
- Ability to use basic hand tools
- Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
- Be able to work safely around operating machinery
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be flexible in work schedule. Willing to work overtime, based on business need.