Assistant Operator -12 Hour Shift (Days/Nights)

Pregis Corporation; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis Corporation in Arlington, Texas is seeking an Assistant Operator to oversee hourly employees and ensure high-quality production standards. The role involves operating converting line equipment, training staff, and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have 5-7 years of relevant experience. The position is full-time with shift work expected. Additional responsibilities include implementing solutions to improve processes and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible related experience preferred.
• Ability to operate all types of equipment related to the job.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hourly employees ensuring quality production.
• Set up and operate converting line equipment with minimal supervision.
• Train other employees when required.
• Maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical ability to operate converting line equipment

Team communication

Understanding of safety guidelines

Ability to implement solutions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

5-7 years of experience

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Operator

Classification

Hourly

Reports To

Shift Supervisor

Department

Mailer Production

Summary of Job

Under the direction of VP operations and or Dept Supervisor oversees hourly employees to ensure the production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance, customer specifications and delivery requirements, in accordance with Pregis policies and procedures.

Overview

Must have the technical ability to operate all types of full converting line and finishing equipment within Pregis standards for waste, quality, and productivity. Understands and adheres to all Standard Operating Procedures. Set up and operate all special functions and capabilities with minimal supervision or direction. Train other employees when requested or required to do so. Analyze issues, determine, and implement solutions. Provide innovative / creative solutions for opportunities and or improvements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Possess and demonstrates developing leadership qualities. Use leadership skills to direct press crews in the efficient operation of the company's machines.
• Reads and understand all information on job ticket pertaining to a specific job. Ensures that all necessary components to produce the job are present. Does not move forward on any job with conflicting information.
• Fully understands how to achieve print quality and register equipment to produce required quality and can achieve acceptable registration within specified M/R standards.
• Understands all technical aspects of press controls and can set up and operate; splicer, gluer, Straub applicators, Label Applicators, rotary cutter, register systems, etc.
• Understands tension controls, and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting glue rollers, changing plates, cylinders, and glue pads. Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
• Performs Cleaning as required according to Pregis Standard Operating Procedure 1.01 and as directed by the First operator.
• Fully understands and maintains accurate counts on every job.
• Maintains a safe work environment.

Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others
• Promote positive teamwork culture
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
• Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment
• Inside work
• Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
• Humidity may exceed 80%
• Noise may exceed 85dB+
• Personal Protective Equipment required

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)
• Occasional typing/keyboarding

Position Type

• Full time
• Shift work (specify hours/shift)
• Overtime expected per business demand

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible related experience; or a combination of education and experience.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.