Rigid Forming Operator - 12-Hour Nights

Printpack•Newport News, VA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Rigid Forming Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining thermoforming equipment in a manufacturing environment, ensuring product quality meets customer specifications while following safety protocols and production standards. Direction Received: Usually, direction comes from the Shift Supervisor. Hours: 7PM-7AM Must be able to work rotating shifts May require nights, weekends, and holidays. An additional $2.50/hr. premium added to salary for our worked between 7pm-7am. Any hours worked outside of 7pm-7am will not receive the premium. 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

High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Stable work history
Basic computer proficiency including email
Accurately read and use measuring tools
Ability to read and follow production schematics
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Mechanical Aptitude
Time management
Math and Measurement skills
Strong attention to detail
Good communication skills
Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift materials as required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must pass pre-employment assessments
Drug screening required
Background check required

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience preferred
Previous experience working with Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts preferred
Previous experience using industry standard tools (pneumatic and electrical)
Previous experience with Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
Basic understanding of thermoforming processes and equipment
Equipment Operation, basic maintenance and cleaning
Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures
Understanding of Quality control procedures and specifications
Knowledge of PRISM or similar manufacturing software systems
Basic mathematical concepts and measurements
Basic mechanical systems
Proficient in (computer systems such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and PRISM
Strong time management capabilities
Strong analytical Skills
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Ability to follow read and understand product specifications
Effective communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Set up and/or operate equipment (Thermoformers, vacuum lifts, forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, micrometers, dials, or calibrated scales)
Must be capable of operating multiple thermoforming lines simultaneously, including different types of Thermoformers and associated front/back side operations as required
Identify machine issues and quickly troubleshoot to resolve malfunctions to maintain production schedules
Monitor and document product quality by auditing process parameters, taking measurements, and analyzing quality data to ensure specifications are met.
Perform basic operator Preventative Maintenance (PM) to avoid shutdowns.
Monitor and maintain product quality through process audits, measurements, and visual inspections, analyzing data and responding to defects to ensure specifications are consistently met.
Taking/measuring product samples to ensure product is within customer specifications.
Entering and analyzing product quality data to identify if the product is within control and specification.
Read and follow production schematics to produce products in line with design and manufacturing standards.
Ability learn and execute Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures
Ability to obtain Forklift/Material Handler skill set and certification
Maintain compliance with food safety and GMP
Ability to use computer systems such as Microsoft office and Inventory Managing Software
Ability to work with and communicate closely with online product inspectors when needed
Foster an environment focused on safety, including but not limited to: performing machine safety audits, behavior-based safety observations, identifying near misses and opportunities for improvement, driving associate engagement on shift, performing lock out tag out