PRESS OPERATOR-APPRENTICE

Independent Can Company; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a Press Operator apprenticeship. This four-year program offers hands-on training in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of press line equipment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate dependability and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Participants will learn essential skills, including tool usage and safety protocols, while contributing to a high-performance culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic work environment, ensuring a solid foundation for your career in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 1-3 months related experience or training preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate and maintain press line equipment.
• Participate in safety audits and adhere to protocols.
• Keep work area organized and report mechanical issues.

Skills

Mechanical Ability

Forklift Operation

Basic Math Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Independent Can Co Vandalia - Vandalia, OH

Salary Range: $25.00 - $34.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 1st

Description

SUMMARY: The Press Operator apprenticeship on the press line is a four-year program. The apprentice will learn procedures for set-up, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting on all press line equipment, including safety protocols. Dependability, enthusiasm, cooperation, and efficiency are essential for continued participation. The apprentice must keep a work log and embody the company's core values and high-performance culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learn proper use of tools and mechanical methods
• Understand and participate in safety rules and audits
• Learn Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Understand fire protection plans and participate in training
• Maintain assigned maintenance schedules
• Use work order and production tracking systems
• Keep equipment and work area clean and organized
• Report mechanical issues
• Maintain and lubricate equipment
• Make minor repairs to keep machinery operational
• Follow instructions, take notes, ask questions, and be proactive
• Use micrometers and general tools efficiently
• Adhere to safety standards including SQF and GMPs
• Assist wherever needed
• Travel as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all duties satisfactorily. Requirements include:

• Operate stacker on all lines
• Recognize coating and litho defects
• Be trained on forklift operation
• Operate waxer and mix inks
• Make plates and feed litho presses

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED; 1-3 months related experience or training; or equivalent. Mechanical ability and aptitude are required. Additional courses may be necessary, with successful completion needed to remain in the program.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, write, and understand instructions and communicate effectively.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic math operations and calculations involving rate, ratio, and percentage.

REASONING ABILITY: Apply common sense to follow instructions and solve problems involving concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequently stand, walk, sit, handle objects, reach, climb, balance, and hear; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Exposure to moving parts, fumes, airborne particles, electrical shock risk, and vibration; noise level is usually loud.

Note: This description is subject to change as per company needs.