Assistant - Bag Machine

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Retirement plan (company match)

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. is seeking a full-time Bag Converting Assistant Operator in New York, NY to support the primary operator in running and maintaining bag-converting machinery. The role involves setup assistance, material handling, routine maintenance, and safety compliance.

We offer a competitive starting wage of $20.60 per hour, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing/production experience preferred.
• Ability to follow safety policies and operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup and prepare machinery for operation.
• Supply raw materials to the bag machine to maintain smooth production.
• Monitor machine performance and report issues to the operator or supervisor.
• Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and lubrication.
• Troubleshoot minor issues under supervision.
• Cover for the operator during shift changes as needed.
• Keep work area clean, organized and compliant with safety standards.
• Document production logs including output and downtime.

Skills

No experience required

1-2 years exp

Education

High School

Job description

Description

ProAmpac is a global leader in flexible packaging – known for our innovation, customer service, and commitment to quality. We serve a wide range of industries with creative, sustainable solutions. Our five core values drive everything we do: Integrity

• Intensity
• Innovation
• Involvement
• Impact

About Us

We are looking for a full-time, proactive Bag Converting Assistant Operator. The Bag Converting Assistant Operator is responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of the organization by supporting the primary machine operator in the operation, setup, and maintenance of machinery in a manufacturing or production environment. This position involves performing various tasks to ensure the efficient and safe functioning of the equipment.

Compensation starts at $20.60

What You'll do

• Assists with machine setup, prepares machinery for operation by setting up tools, loading materials, and adjusting settings as directed by the primary operator.
• Supplies raw material or component specific to the bag machine as needed, ensuring a steady flow of materials to maintain efficient production levels.
• Monitors bag machine operations, observes the machine during operation to ensure the machine is running as expected, notifying the primary operator or supervisor of any issues or malfunctions.
• Assists with routine maintenance, such as cleaning, lubricating, or replacing parts, adjusting machine settings, or other standard practices to ensure proper operation of the machine and to maintain quality, efficiency, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoots minor technical issues, performs minor repairs or adjustments under the guidance of the primary operator or maintenance personnel.
• Ability to fill-in or temporarily run the machine during shift changes, or as necessary.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment by performing standard tasks such as removing debris or waste materials.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures, to prevent accidents or injuries. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by safety policies and reports any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate team member.
• Completes production logs or reports as required for documentation purposes, including but not limited to, production output, machine downtime, or any maintenance or repair activities.
• Effectively works with other departments or team members including maintenance, material handling, quality, inventory, scheduling, supervisors, customer service, or any other members of the production team as directed by supervisors.
• All other duties as assigned

What You Bring

Education

• High School

Technical Skills

• No experience required, 1-2 years experience preferred

Soft Skills

• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision-making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
• Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Category

Operations/Production/Manufacturing Full-Time