Operator I 12 Hour days

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The Operator I plays a key role in our production team, supporting Operator III run efficient operation of high-performance equipment to ensure top-quality output. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, as the Operator I will manage job setup, oversee press controls, and maintain production standards. Responsibilities include interpreting job tickets, setting up jobs, and adhering to safety and quality protocols. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, teamwork-oriented environment.

Under the direction of Production Supervisor and / or Operations Manager, oversees line 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 Pregis policies and procedures.

Overview : Must have the technical ability to operate all types of full 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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Possess and demonstrates developing leadership qualities. Use leadership skills to direct press crews in the efficient operation of the company's machines.
• 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.
• Understands all technical aspects of press controls and can set up and operate; splicer, gluer, Straub applicators, Label Applicators, rotary cutter, register systems, etc.
• Understands tension controls, and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting glue rollers, changing plates, cylinders, and glue pads. Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.

Performs Cleaning as required according to Pregis Standard Operating Procedure 1.01 and as directed by the First operator . Fully understands and maintains accurate counts on every job. Maintains a safe work environment.

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Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis's total compensation package. The hourly base pay range for this role is estimated to be $22-$26

Compensation details listed in US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about Benefits at Pregis .

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Affirmative Action / EEO Statement / Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

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