AWT Labels & Packaging Hiring for Press Operator Assistant — Level at Minneapolis, MN Full Time

Responsible for, but not limited to assisting press operators in press set up and run activities; to maintain a neat and orderly work area.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities (Note, activities that occupy approx. 80% of time):

• Basic plate mounting
• Basic job staging
• Basic press cleanup
• Basic assembly of all press components
• Demonstrated ability to operate core cutter properly
• Demonstrated ability to operate Flexo Wash unit(s)
• Demonstrated willingness to follow standard work
• Participate in team press cleanups regularly
• Participate in all shift changeovers consistently
• Actively participates in press Makeready’s.
• Plate demounting, cleaning, and storage
• Butt splicer setup
• Set up ink pumps
• Keep scheduling board up to date consistently
• Advanced Job ticket comprehension
• Advanced plate mounting (delaminate/re-laminate, turn bar)
• Advanced press staging (anilox rolls, mounting mag dies)
• Actively run presses through lunches/breaks
• Train new employees as needed

Secondary Tasks and Responsibilities (Occupies balance of time):

• Empty full dumpsters and trash containers as needed daily;
• Sweep floor of plant as needed;
• Perform other various plant support activities as requested by production supervision.
• Be actively involved and interface with day-to-day department process management and be aware of department workload, activities, and performance.
• Participate in quality improvement initiative to ensure customer satisfaction and that all jobs meet or exceed estimated time and materials.

Physical Job Demands:

• Able to work in a constantly changing set of activities;
• Okay with getting dirty;
• Able to lift 50 lbs. to waist level without assistance;
• Requires a great deal of twisting, bending, walking and being on their feet;
• Able to push a dumpster full of trash or be able to use a forklift (trainable);
• Must be able to work at a pace consistent with press operator’s needs.

Skills/Abilities to Meet Job Requirements:

• General comfort with, and the ability to operate machinery and equipment;
• Must read, write and understand English;
• Demonstrated accuracy with numbers and information;
• Demonstrated ability to work as team
• Able to take direction from supervisor and press operator;
• Able to work in environment of changing priorities;
• Works with a sense of urgency
• Stays on task throughout shift
• Good attitude in general
• Good attention to detail
• No attendance concerns
• Punctual;
• Safety conscious;
• Forklift training;

Education and Experience Requirements:

• No print experience
• Basic Math
• High School diploma – OR equivalent GED preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55413: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• , write, and read English fluently (Required)

Work Location: In person