Printing - Feeder (Day Shift) starting at $17.21/hour

Poly Inc; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytainers in Lee's Summit, MO is seeking a Feeder - Printing to join the Printing Department. The role supports the press by unpacking molded product, feeding in-feed systems, and assisting with teardowns.

No minimum education or prior experience is required; strong English communication and basic PC skills are preferred. Overtime may be required based on customer demand, with opportunities to train toward printing operator duties.

Qualifications

• No minimum education experience required.
• No previous experience required.
• Fluent in English with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Ability to train and progress to Printing Operator. Ability to work overtime as required based on Customer Demand.

Responsibilities

• Unpack product from boxes and fill in-feed elevators or in-feed spin bars
• Fill in for other feeders on their lunches and breaks
• Maintain supply of boxes and U-boards for press operator
• Assist Press Operators with teardown
• Ensure that machines and the area around the machines are clean
• Assist operator in copy changes and mechanicals
• Assist in clean-up of press and area
• Keep operator informed of variation in molded product
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Skills

Fluent English

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Feeder - Printing

Location: Lee's Summit, MO

Department: Printing

Pay rate: Starts at $17.21 /hr

Shift: Day Shift 7 am to 7 pm (2-2-3 rotating schedule)

At Polytainers, we create packaging that helps protect the food products people enjoy every day. As a leading North American manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging, we combine innovation, operational excellence and strong customer partnerships to deliver quality products and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Across our teams and facilities, we work together with purpose, put our customers first and continuously look for better ways to work. We create an environment where people are encouraged to share their ideas, empowered to take action and are supported in their growth.

When you join Polytainers, you become part of a team that values accountability, collaboration and respect. Whatever your role-making our products, supporting our customers or improving how we work-your contribution matters. Together, we partner for success, win through teamwork and create packaging solutions for today and tomorrow.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Printing Shift Supervisor, the Feeder is responsible for the unpacking of molded product and assisting with teardowns. A fully qualified Feeder will be skilled in the following key responsibilities areas, however, may only be required to perform one or more of the responsibilities at a given time.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Unpack product from boxes and fill in-feed elevators or in-feed spin bars
• Fill in for other feeders on their lunches and breaks
• Maintain supply of boxes and U-boards for press operator
• Assist Press Operators with teardown
• Ensure that machines and the area around the machines are clean
• Assist operator in copy changes and mechanicals
• Assist in clean-up of press and area
• Keep operator informed of variation in molded product
• Perform other job duties as assigned

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Educational Requirements

No minimum education experience required.

Minimum Experience/Field

No previous experience required.

Courses Required

Computer Skills

Good PC skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Additional Certificates/Diplomas

Licenses/Permits Required

Physical Requirements

Communication Skills

Fluent in English with good written and verbal communication skills

Additional Education/Experience/Skills

Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Ability to train and progress to Printing Operator. Ability to work overtime as required based on Customer Demand.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION

• Ability to visually detect product defects and make appropriate actions to ensure quality goals are met.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of collaboration and assists other feeders, as needed.
• Maintains good attendance, arriving to and leaving from work at designated times.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results.