Flexograhic Press Intern

First Quality•Anderson, SC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Purpose and role of job: The Press Intern, working under the direction of the Press Manager, is responsible for recording updating and creating operational training material and media. Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment Observe all safety rules and use proper safety equipment at all times Work to learn the basics of the printing process Assist the Pre-Press department in all aspects of the process Inspect printing plates for damage and errors and log the findings Work with the Process Engineer to collect and evaluate Press trends Work with the teams to update Fusion specs Keep clear, organized records of all projects Use Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite to edit and design informational media Maintain open communication with the Press and Pre-Press Managers. Provide Managers with measurable growth data for team meetings Follow all GMP, SQF, OSHA and all Plant policies and procedures Ability to work on multiple projects while adhering to Quality requirements and meeting deadlines Conducts job in a manner which complies with the food safety program (SQF). Perform all other duties as required or directed, with or without accommodation Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions. Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Actively pursing a print or packaging related degree
Ability to maintain records and logs
Ability to operate a PC
Ability to use hand tools proficiently
Ability to work in a Tobacco Free Facility and on a Tobacco Free Campus
Walk/stand 100% of time during a 8-hour shift.
Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling and squatting throughout shift.
Occasional climbing and reaching
Occasional reaching overhead during shift.
Frequent pushing and pulling with arms and legs throughout shift
Frequent lifting or carrying items/product weighing 10 pounds.
Occasional lifting or carrying items/product weighing up to 50 pounds.
Constant use of hands
Daily sweeping and organizing floor and work area.
Occasional climbing of steps.
Full color vision is an essential job requirement
Maintain 5s housekeeping standards

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment
Observe all safety rules and use proper safety equipment at all times
Work to learn the basics of the printing process
Assist the Pre-Press department in all aspects of the process
Inspect printing plates for damage and errors and log the findings
Work with the Process Engineer to collect and evaluate Press trends
Work with the teams to update Fusion specs
Keep clear, organized records of all projects
Use Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite to edit and design informational media
Maintain open communication with the Press and Pre-Press Managers.
Provide Managers with measurable growth data for team meetings
Follow all GMP, SQF, OSHA and all Plant policies and procedures
Ability to work on multiple projects while adhering to Quality requirements and meeting deadlines
Conducts job in a manner which complies with the food safety program (SQF).
Perform all other duties as required or directed, with or without accommodation