Press Operator, Imprint - D Shift

Altium Packaging; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Sparta, TN, is seeking a Press Operator (Imprinting) to run liner and assembly machines for printed prescription packaging. The role requires safety awareness, basic math, and 1–2 years in manufacturing.

The position involves paperwork and routine machine checks, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring high-quality prints. Overtime may be required to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE compliance.
• Basic math skills for measurement and counting.
• Proficient computer skills for simple data entry and checks.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate imprinting machines and tooling.
• Use PPE as required and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Adjust machine controls, jam clearance, speed, and product size as needed.
• Inspect finished products for quality and document checks.
• Assist coworkers with duties as needed and prepare boxes for shipment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Computer skills

Basic math

Safety awareness

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Location Address:

600 Vista Drive, Sparta, Tennessee 38583

Work Shift:

12hr-D Shift (United States of America)The Press Operator, Imprinting is responsible for running liner and assembly machines that produce quality printed materials for prescription packaging. Operators are responsible for completing periodic paperwork and machine/product checks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely handle and operate any assigned imprinting machines and tooling
• Ensure proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times; bump caps, hair/beard net, safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, and safety shoes
• Operate machine controls, programs and associated equipment to ensure parts and prints produced are done at maximum efficiency and to the highest quality standards.
• Make machinery/equipment adjustments as needed (dislodging jams, controlling speed, product size, etc.)
• Inspect finished products for quality assurance
• Assist co-operators as needed with various tasks
• Operate tape guns to seal boxes ready for shipment
• Secure labels on to boxes
• Maintain clean/safe work area
• Sort rejected product to determine quality errors

• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Preferred Experience

• 1-2 Years Manufacturing Experience
• High School Degree or Equivalent
• Safety Awareness
• Computer Skills
• Basic Math Skills

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource - Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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