Operator III -12 Hour Nights

Pregis•Little Britain Township, PA

28d

About The Position

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA. Operator III is responsible for directing production crews to ensure efficient and high-quality operation of production equipment. This role demands strong leadership abilities to maintain productivity, minimize waste, and meet quality standards. Key responsibilities include interpreting job tickets, setting up and operating all in-line and ancillary equipment, performing minor mechanical repairs, and tracking line counts accurately. Operator III works to foster a continuous improvement in culture and ensures safety protocols and departmental housekeeping standards are upheld. Ideal candidates are highly skilled in press operations, adaptable in a fast-paced environment, and excel in effective team communication. Under the direction of the Production Supervisor and/or Operations Manager, oversees line hourly personnel to ensure the production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance, customer specifications and delivery requirements, in accordance with EverTec policies and procedures. Overview: Must have the technical ability to operate all types of converting line and finishing equipment within Pregis standards for waste, quality and productivity. Understands and adheres to all Standard Operating Procedures. Set up and operate all special functions and capabilities with minimal supervision or direction. Train other employees when requested or required to do so. Analyze issues, determine, and implement solutions. Provide innovative / creative solutions for opportunities and or improvements.

Requirements

Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others.
Promote positive teamwork culture.
Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition.
Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
5-7 years of progressive responsibility and/or related experience

Responsibilities

Consistently demonstrates leadership qualities. Uses leadership skills to direct crews in the efficient operation of the company’s production equipment.
Reads and understand all information on job ticket pertaining to a specific job.
Ensures that all necessary components to produce the job are present. Does not move forward on any job with conflicting information.
Fully understands how to achieve print quality and register equipment to produce required quality and can achieve acceptable registration within specified M/R standards.
Has complete understanding and ability to operate all line ancillary equipment.
Ability to effectively set up and operate all inline equipment (i.e., gluing, Labeling, Straub Applicators etc.) as well as rotary cutter with minimal supervision.
Understands tension controls and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting cylinders and plates. Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
Efficiently operates in line systems with minimal supervision.
Maintains 100% of standards in productivity, waste, and quality standards. Accurately enters all codes for quantities, materials, and times onto required paperwork.
Understands and demonstrates ability to accurately tracking line counts.
Performs necessary functions to operate the line with minimal supervision. Establishes and promotes an environment for learning and process improvement. Consistently looks for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards set.
Works within all safety guidelines and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.
Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Interacts well between shifts to gain and pass along all information to facilitate a smooth transition without interruption.