Apstar Press Helper 2nd shift

York Container Co; York (York County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits start at 30 days

PTO/PSTO accrual upon hire date

Profit sharing & gain sharing

Company-paid basic life and short term

401K with company match

Educational assistance

Job summary

York Container Co in York, PA is seeking a motivated PRESS HELPER to assist the operator with setup and running of the press. The role emphasizes time-saving practices to minimize downtime and ensure a quality product for customers.

You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, following GMP and safety policies, handling plates, mounting die boards, and assisting with production paperwork and waste reporting as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years corrugated or related manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist operator and assistant in setup and running of the press with focus on reducing downtime and setup times.
• Ensure a quality product is released to customers.
• Read and understand production orders and assist in ensuring quality (basic corrugated terminology).
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and safety guidelines.
• Help with packing products for shipment according to order specifications.

Skills

Sense of urgency

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Tape measurer

Box cutters

Print dies

Substrate handling

Job description

Job Location: York PA - York, PA 17402

York Container, an Atlantic Packaging Company, is an industry leader in the manufacture of performance-based brown box, multi-color display-ready and e-commerce corrugated packaging to some of the most well-known names in the consumer products in the world. We are in search of a highly-motivated, self-driven PRESS HELPER to join our successful teams!

• HEALTHCARE BENEFITS START AT 30 DAYS
• PTO/PSTO ACCRUAL UPON HIRE DATE
• PROFIT SHARING & GAIN SHARING OPPORTUNITIES
• COMPANY-PAID BENEFITS SUCH AS BASIC LIFE AND SHORT TERM DISABILITY
• 401K WITH COMPANY MATCH
• EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE

Job Summary

Assist the operator and assistant in the setup and running of machine, with a focus on time saving practices to limit downtime and setup times. Ensure a quality product is being released to our customers

Essential Job Functions

• Must possess sense of urgency in fast-paced environment, while working safely
• Limit scrap waste,
• Deliver scrap waste to proper dept when scrap truck is full, and accurately tag for waste reporting
• Collect top and bottom sheets (dunnage) to expedite converting process
• Pack products for shipment as specified for individual orders
• Learn and practice good lock out/ tag out procedures
• Follow reporting processes for accurate completion of production paperwork and CTI/HRMS
• Hang print plates, mount die boards and handle ink
• Read and understand production order copy for every production run, and assist operator in ensuring quality (includes basic corrugated terminology)
• Understand machine mechanical functionality, and conduct in depth cleaning of press when scheduled

Other Functions

• Run press in case of operator unavailability
• Work overtime as production needs require

In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain an acceptable appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, dependability, reliability, self sufficiency, communicate effectively with co-workers. Furthermore, to work with accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible. The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred
• A minimum of 2 years' corrugated experience or related manufacturing industry preferred

Machines/Tools/Equipment

Tape measurer, computers (for reporting purposes), print and cutting dies, machine related devices (both computerized and manual mechanical devices), box cutters, and substrate (corrugated stock)

Safety

Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training. Some machine centers REQUIRE Hand and Arm Protection to increase safety and minimize the opportunity for contamination. Company issued gloves and sleeves will be issued if determined necessary

Working Conditions

Manufacturing environment - not temperature controlled - hot in summer and cold in winter (will need to dress appropriately). No jewelry or baggy clothes due to safety. YCC is a hearing protected facility, and ear protection (PPE's) is required at all times when in the plant.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job. York Container participates in E-Verify.