Packer / Pouch Assistant - 2nd shift

Job Description

Job Description

Pouch Assistant (2nd Shift)

Do you want to further your career working with a dynamic, state of the art, printing / packaging company? If the answer is yes, then ePac Flexible Packaging could be the place for you!

Is Printing Finishing / Bindery Machine Operation your specialty? If you can run a Bobst, Perfect Binder, Saddle Stitcher, Gluer, Folder, then we can train you on this latest technology.

If you are a packer, handwork proficient, helper, then we can train you as Pouch Assistant!

If you have a proven track record of safely and efficiently delivering exceptional quality, we want to hear from you. Previous experience in the printing or packaging industry would be great, but we are more interested in you and your previous successes.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes :

• 3 Medical Options
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer paid Short and Long term disability
• 401K with employer match
• 120 hours Paid Time off
• 10 paid holidays
• and more!

So, who are we? Simply put, ePac provides digitally printed, flexible packaging. We offer our customers fast and easy access to custom flexible packaging, with a mission to help small brands obtain big brand presence.

We are technology driven and solution centered, and we love what we do!

Our Core Values :

• Provide exceptional products and customer service
• Help our customers grow
• Support the communities and local businesses we serve
• Develop sustainable solutions

ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Africa and Indonesia.

Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Pouch Assistant (PA) position is the first step to launching your career at ePac. This role works with the Pouch Operator to convert high quality pouches for ePac.

This is a hands on opportunity and first step in becoming a Pouch Operator in the ever growing flexible packaging industry.

The (PA) will perform various manual and mechanical duties to provide assistance in the set up and operation of our pouch machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Pouch Operate with Pouch Machine
• Correctly set up and run machine to expedite quality and run speed
• Maintain Production standard of quality and effective run rate
• Follow established material handling procedure
• Follow all instructions on work order and S.O.P.
• Maintain Quality control check sheet, and Production and waste reports
• Check pouch quality continually during production run
• Inform Pouch Operator of any defective material, maintenance issues and safety issues
• Stage proper equipment and secondary packaging (boxes, pallets, labels, etc) necessary for production jobs based on production schedule
• Clean and maintain equipment in preparation for next production run
• Make recommendations to supervision and management for improvement of production in terms of efficiency and workflow
• Package finished product at one of several workstations as assigned
• Make packing cartons and carton labels as required by the Work Order.
• Oversee daily performance of Pouch Assistant functions
• Change rolls and cut out splices
• Quality Control checks and data entry
• Trash and trim removal
• Observe safety rules.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Possess and foster a positive attitude of learning and respect
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions
• Ability to take ownership of work and also work as part of a team
• Strong verbal communications skills
• Visual acuity to color consistency
• Manual coordination and dexterity
• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
• Be able to work safely around operating machinery

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be flexible in work schedule.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of production.

This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster

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