FINISHING OPERATOR ASSISTANT - 1st Shift

Smyth Companies LLC•Bedford, VA

10h•$16 - $18

About The Position

Smyth-Bedford is seeking a Finishing Operator Assistant to help produce high-quality labels and packaging. This role is part of a collaborative team focused on product quality, customer experience, workflow, and continuous improvement in finishing operations. The position is listed as 1st Shift. The assistant inspects finished products for printing defects, prepares completed orders for shipping, follows work rules and safety regulations, and keeps the work area clean and organized. The role also involves working with other teams and departments to support smooth operations. The ideal candidate has strong reading, math, and problem-solving skills; communicates clearly in English; manages time effectively; collaborates well with diverse coworkers; and provides responsive customer service to internal customers. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. The job requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and bending throughout the shift, and visual acuity and hand dexterity. Manufacturing experience is preferred, and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems is a plus. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, paid holidays, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and additional benefits. Compensation is based on skills and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand and bend throughout the shift.
Visual acuity and dexterity of hands.
Solid reading, math, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, orally and in writing, with people inside and outside the organization.
Effective time-management skills to meet deadlines on multiple long- and short-term projects.
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills to work effectively with diverse people and personalities.
Ability to provide high levels of customer service and respond promptly and thoroughly to internal customer inquiries.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems.

Responsibilities

Inspect products for printing defects, requiring close attention to detail.
Box, pack, and jog completed finishing orders in preparation for shipping.
Observe company work rules and safety regulations.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Work closely with teams and departments to support workflow and continuous improvement in finishing operations.