Assistant Operator -Nights (8 Hours)

Pregis; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Reno is seeking an Assistant Operator on nights to operate production equipment and oversee hourly employees. This role requires strong leadership and mechanical skills, with responsibilities including ensuring quality standards and training staff. Candidates should have 5-7 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED. Competitive pay with overtime expected based on business demand.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive responsibility and/or related experience.
• Ability to operate all types of converting line and finishing equipment.
• Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hourly employees to ensure quality products are produced.
• Train other employees when requested or required.
• Maintain 100% of standards in productivity, waste, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Operator - Nights (8 Hours)

Classification: Hourly

Reports To: Shift Supervisor

Shift(s) Available: Nights (11PM-7AM)

Overview

Under the direction of VP Manufacturing 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 EverTec policies and procedures.

Must have the technical ability to operate all types of 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. Analyze issues, determine, and implement solutions. Provide innovative / creative solutions for opportunities and or improvements.

Responsibilities

• Consistently demonstrates leadership qualities. Uses leadership skills to direct crews in the efficient operation of the company’s production equipment.


• 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.


• Has complete understanding and ability to operate all line ancillary equipment.


• Ability to effectively set up and operate all inline equipment (i.e., gluing, Labeling, Straub Applicators etc.) as well as rotary cutter with minimal supervision.


• Understands tension controls and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting cylinders and plates.


• Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.


• Efficiently operates in line systems with minimal supervision.


• Maintains 100% of standards in productivity, waste, and quality standards.


• Accurately enters all codes for quantities, materials, and times onto required paperwork.


• Understands and demonstrates ability to accurately tracking line counts.


• Performs necessary functions to operate the line with minimal supervision.


• Establishes and promotes an environment for learning and process improvement.


• Consistently looks for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards set.


• Works within all safety guidelines and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.


• Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.


• Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations.


• Interacts well between shifts to gain and pass along all information to facilitate a smooth transition without interruption.

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, sitting


• 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 progressive responsibility and/or related experience