Press Operator (1st Shift)

Now hiring! Come work at a place to build your future and be an integral part of a fast-paced, safety-oriented, and growing industry! We are an ESSENTIAL employer that is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Cary, IL facility!

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.

ProAmpac is looking for you to join our team!

What ProAmpac has to offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K) with exceptional company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), plus 11 holidays per calendar year
• Free life and short-term disability insurance
• Wellness, employee discount and rewards programs
• Tuition reimbursement

Salary Range: $24.00 - $28.00/hour (pending experience)

Hours:  Monday - Friday / 5:45am - 2pm (8.25 hrs)

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years demonstrated experience in a related field required - ideally with Flexo or Roto Printing Machines.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assists with machine setup, prepares machinery for operation by setting up tools, loading materials, and adjusting settings as directed by the primary operator.
• Supplies raw material or component specific to the printing press machine as needed, ensuring a steady flow of materials to maintain efficient production levels.
• Monitors printing press machine operations, observes the machine during operation to ensure the machine is running as expected, notifying the primary operator or supervisor of any issues or malfunctions.
• Assists with routine maintenance, such as cleaning, lubricating, or replacing parts, adjusting machine settings, or other standard practices to ensure proper operation of the machine and to maintain quality, efficiency, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoots minor technical issues, performs minor repairs or adjustments under the guidance of the primary operator or maintenance personnel.
• Ability to fill-in or temporarily run the machine during shift changes, or as necessary.
• All other duties as assigned

• HAZARDOUS WASTE RESPONSIBILITIES

  This individual is responsible for handling and disposing of any hazardous waste associated with printing and laminating processes in accordance with county, state and/or federal guidelines.
  
  • Place hazardous waste into correct containers.
  • Label and mark hazardous waste containers properly.
  • Place hazardous waste containers in storage area.
  • Obtain containers for hazardous waste storage.
  • Handle hazardous waste containers properly including keeping waste containers closed when not in used and grounding and bonding during the transfer of flammables.
  • Respond to hazardous waste emergencies and spills.
  • HAZARDOUS WASTE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
  • Annual Hazardous Waste Management Training.
  • Contingency Plan Training.