Film Press (Flexographic) Assistant

Gelpac est maintenant ProAmpac; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global flexible packaging company is looking for a Film Press Assistant in Franklin Park. The role involves assisting with machine operations, ensuring production efficiency, and maintaining safety standards. ProAmpac offers a supportive culture and numerous employee benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(K) with exceptional company match

Generous paid time off (PTO), plus 11 holidays per year

Free life and short-term disability insurance

Wellness, employee discount and rewards programs

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or related field required.
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with machine setup and ensuring a steady flow of production.
• Monitors machine operations and maintains quality standards.
• Carries out routine maintenance and minor repairs.

Skills

Time Management

Organization

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Description

Salary Range: $19.00- $22.00/hour

Hours: Monday – Friday 6:00am-2:00pm

Position Overview

ProAmpac Franklin Park is looking for a Film Press Assistant to join the team and make an impact. Enjoy a 5-day work week and start an exciting career with a global company!

About The Company

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with a comprehensive product offering. We provide creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We continue to grow and would love for you to join our team!

At ProAmpac, our culture is key to our long-term success. We strive to be authentic as we live out the heritage of our small business culture. We value the connections we’ve created, and our employees feel empowered in their shared efforts to innovate successfully. ProAmpac was founded on the idea that a focus on material science will drive innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers, supported by our five core values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement, and Impact – that foster a culture of speed, simplicity, and self-confidence.

Our company is made stronger by challenging ourselves and each other, while we move what matters forward. With a focus on performance and a passion for our work, we are not bound by organizational hierarchy. We are committed to serving our customers and the communities in which we work and live.

By joining us, you become an integral part of an entrepreneurial company in a fast-paced, exciting environment that provides varied opportunities for professional and personal growth.

ProAmpac Perks

ProAmpac is building a wellness culture through its PRO360 initiative: An interactive, fully integrated wellbeing program designed to engage, encourage, and reward all team members on their personal pathway to better health, wealth, growth, and community involvement. Our goal is to ensure 100% of team members achieve a basic level of wellness. Additionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, we offer full-time employees a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K) with exceptional company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO), plus 11 holidays per calendar year
• Free life and short-term disability insurance
• Wellness, employee discount and rewards programs
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

Essential Duties And Tasks

• 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 press machine as needed, ensuring a steady flow of materials to maintain efficient production levels.
• Monitors press 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.
  
  

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in manufacturing or related field required
• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
  
  

Key Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication Proficiency
  
  

Work Environment

Work primarily in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. Hearing protection, safety shoes and vision protection required on the production floor at all times.

May be exposed to non-toxic/nuisance smells from chemicals, inks, airborne dust, moving mechanical parts, high noise levels and hot/humid environmental conditions in the manufacturing area.

Physical Demands

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role will regularly use plant machinery which certification may be required. This role routinely works around moving equipment. May need to get on and off equipment, stairs, this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to type, hold, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
  
  

Education

Required

• High School or better
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Category: Operations/Production/Manufacturing

Full-Time