Operator I -(Assistant Operator)

Pregis•McDonough, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Operator works in Mailer Production and, under the direction of operations leadership or a department supervisor, helps ensure production of high-quality products at efficient cost while meeting company standards, customer specifications, and delivery requirements. The role requires the technical ability to operate converting lines and finishing equipment within Pregis standards for waste, quality, and productivity; follow Standard Operating Procedures; set up and operate special functions with minimal supervision; train other employees when requested; analyze and resolve issues; and suggest process improvements. The Assistant Operator reads job tickets, verifies that necessary job components are available, and stops work when information conflicts. The role supports press crews, print quality and registration, equipment setup and operation, web-up and tension control, glue roller and component changes, minor mechanical repairs and adjustments, cleaning, and accurate job counts. The position is performed indoors around moving equipment, potentially in hot, humid, and noisy conditions, and requires use of personal protective equipment. Work includes frequent standing, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds. Shift work is required, and overtime is expected according to business demand.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
5–7 years of progressively responsible related experience, or a combination of education and experience.
Technical ability to operate converting lines and finishing equipment within quality, waste, and productivity standards.
Ability to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures and standardized work instructions.
Knowledge of manufacturing or warehouse safety requirements and guidelines; ability to adhere to safe work practices.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, continuous-improvement environment.
Ability to take coaching well and communicate respectfully with others, including during shift transitions.
Ability to promote positive teamwork.
Ability to perform frequent standing and stooping, and frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate developing leadership qualities and use leadership skills to direct press crews in efficient machine operation.
Read and understand job-ticket information, ensure all components needed for production are present, and do not proceed when information conflicts.
Achieve required print quality and equipment registration within specified M/R standards.
Set up and operate press controls and equipment, including splicers, gluers, Straub applicators, label applicators, rotary cutters, and registration systems.
Manage tension controls and ancillary equipment; web up the line; set glue rollers; change plates, cylinders, and glue pads; and perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
Clean equipment as required by Pregis Standard Operating Procedure 1.01 and as directed by the First Operator.
Maintain accurate counts on every job.
Maintain a safe work environment.
Train other employees when requested or required.
Analyze issues, implement solutions, and provide creative ideas for improvements.