Assistant Press Operator

International Paper; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

International Paper in Greensboro, NC is seeking an Assistant Press Operator to ensure finished products are printed accurately and meet quality standards. The role involves setting up presses, maintaining ink, and supporting the 1st pressman.

The position is hourly, full-time, with a pay rate of $25 per hour. Candidates should have basic maintenance skills, be able to read a ruler, and have some offset printing experience. The plant environment is indoors with PPE and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Basic maintenance skills required.
• Ability to read and use ruler.
• Some offset printing experience preferred.
• Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Be able to read and understand operator's manual and communicate with supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Hang plates.
• Put ink in press and maintain.
• Put blanket on press.
• Set up feeder.
• Ensure coating is correct.
• Prepare coater backing.
• Assist 1st pressman as needed.
• Sign off on quality sheet.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Basic maintenance

Ruler reading

Offset printing experience

Follow instructions

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Press Operator

Pay Rate

$25/hr.

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time

Physical Location: 4328 Federal Drive Suite 105, Greensboro, NC 27410

Role Overview

To ensure all finished product are printed accurately and meet all quality and customer standards.

Areas Of Responsibility

• Preventative maintenance
• Hang plates
• Put ink in press and maintain
• Put blanket on press
• Set up feeder
• Ensure coating is correct
• Prepare coater backing
• Assist 1st pressman as needed
• Sign off on quality sheet
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualification & Experience

• Basic maintenance skills
• Ability to read and use ruler
• Some previous offset printing experience
• Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Be able to communicate with supervisors and understand simple instructions. Be able to read and understand operator's manual (Accommodations will be made to employees). Employee must also be able to write work orders and fill out necessary production paperwork.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must be able to add and subtract basic fractions (5+5). Be able to use a calculator for addition, subtraction, multiplying and dividing.

REASONING ABILITY

Be able to isolate and solve basic mechanical problems – Basic machine troubleshooting. Employee will be given a color perception test.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee must be able to lift up to 50-75 pounds from the ground above the head. This job requires some stooping, twisting and turning, repetitive wrist and hand motions including gripping, and standing on your feet all day. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

WORK EVNIRONMENT

Employee must wear protective glasses, safety vest, earplugs and steel toe shoes. The plant is generally clean of debris and clutter, but the manufacturing process generates a fair amount of dust. There are hazardous materials in the manufacturing process (see MSDS book). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Most of the work is inside the plant with occasional work (<1% of the time) outside. The plant is not climate controlled being chilly in the winter (above freezing) and is hot in the summer (non-air conditioned).

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, to complete . . .