Press Feeder

Veritiv Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veritiv Corp. seeks a Press Feeder Operator to run the press according to job tickets, load raw stock, and coordinate with the press crew to meet customer specifications and deadlines. You will monitor the run, adjust for jams, and assist with routine maintenance in a fast-paced warehouse environment in Chicago.

Requirements include 2+ years in a similar role, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and availability for nights and weekends as needed. High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Press Feeder Operator.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate the press based upon instructions provided.
• Work with press crew to ensure each job is produced to customer specifications, meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Report the status of projects and any issues of machinery to the head press operator.
• Read and understand job tickets and verify that stock matches job specs on ticket before loading press.
• Transfer paper to and from machinery using industrial trucks or hand trucks.
• Monitor paper as it runs through the press and make adjustments to the operations to prevent paper jams.
• Assists in performing routine maintenance on the press with the press team members as required.
• Follow all safety policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Press Feeder Operator experience

Night/weekend availability

Heavy lifting

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Job description

Job Purpose

Job Responsibilities

• Operate the press based upon instructions provided.
• Work with press crew to ensure each job is produced to customer specifications, meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Report the status of projects and any issues of machinery to the head press operator.
• Read and understand job tickets and verify that stock matches job specs on ticket before loading press.
• Transfer paper to and from machinery using industrial trucks or hand trucks.
• Monitor paper as it runs through the press and make adjustments to the operations to prevent paper jams.
• Assists in performing routine maintenance on the press with the press team members as required.
• Follow all safety policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Press Feeder Operator.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally *** Min: $19.71 / Mid $20.79 / Max: $22.45 per hour.

Work Experience

2+ years related experience preferred

• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Working Conditions

The work environment for this position requires:

• Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
• Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.
• Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
• Kneeling - kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

What We Offer

Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc. Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities. Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions. Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn. Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn. Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more!
• Learn more here.