Press Assistant

Printpack • Villa Rica, GA

9d • $18 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Printpack, a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging products, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Press Assistant position in their Villa Rica I facility located in Villa Rica, Georgia. Printpack is one of the most innovative and progressive packaging companies in the world and it embodies the employee-centric values established by its founder, J. Erskine Love Jr. in 1956. Printpack’s competition can buy the same equipment and materials, but the difference has always been the people who walk their plant floors and stroll through their hallways. There is no question that Printpack’s associates are a major factor in why their customers have faithfully relied on the Printpack level of service for over 60 years. Printpack offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellness and provide protection for its associates and their families. Some of their competitive benefits include medical coverage, dental coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), matching gift program, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, and service awards. The Printpack Statement of Philosophy reflects on a commitment to their associates and a belief that they should “provide opportunities for personal fulfillment and growth commensurate with each individual’s highest level of competence and degree of contribution.” As an equal opportunity employer, Printpack remains focused on creating an inclusive environment. One that embraces diversity as an enhancement to their work culture and a vital contributor to their success. Printpack is “Converting Vision into Value” for their associates, their community, their customers, and hopefully…for you.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Ability to be self-directed and multitask
• Timeliness
• Long term objectives to fulfill operator position
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Internal Candidates: Last performance review was rated “Performer” or higher
• Has been in current position for more than 120 days
• No disciplinary actions beyond a written within the past 120 days

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw material rolls for printing
• Place rolls in machine and prepare for splicing
• Assist in removing rolls from rewind
• Remove and weigh startup rolls at beginning of job
• Fill and maintain viscosity of all inks
• Change Doctor Blades and over fill pans
• Daily housekeeping
• Remove and weigh waste from unwind
• Remove and weigh waste from rewind
• Empty refuse containers
• Make waste bales when baler is full
• Assist operator in any way for efficient operation
• Assist operator in monitoring quality
• Prepare Pre-Set up of sleeves, mandrels, anilox, and inks

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life – after 30 days of employment
• 401K with company match
• Hourly Bonus Program – per month and quarter
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual reviews with a potential for a pay rate increase
• Up to $120 for safety toed shoes
• Up to $135 for uniforms
• Up to $125 for prescription safety glasses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees