Job Information
Pactiv Evergreen Print Operator in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Overview
Print Operator| Kalamazoo | HIRING IMMEDIATELY
Do you have experience working as a Print Operator, Machine Operator, Manufacturing Paper Production? We want you on our TEAM!!!
Position Description:
Primary function is to commence a set-up, complete it and follow through to final production
on all equipment including printers, baggers, lip rollers and repack machines. In the event of
production problems, the function is to trouble shoot, facilitate and initiate cost effective
repair. Maintain equipment of the Print Department and complete pertinent reports.
Compensation:
Starting Pay at $21.09/hr + $1/hr shift differential paid weekly
Eligible for pay for skill program to increase pay as you gain skills
Available Shifts: 5:20PM- 5:30AM on a 223 Schedule
Schedule:
Week 1 : Monday(work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work) 48 hours
Week 2: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) 36 hours
Week 3 : Monday(work), Tuesday (work), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Weekend (work) 48 hours
Week 4: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (work), Thursday (work), Weekend (OFF) 36 hours and so on
*PLEASE be sure to list your current/two most recent positions on the application, particularly if you are unable to upload an up-to-date resume.*
Benefits:
Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Employee well-being reward program
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Child and family care support program
Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
Employee discount program
401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)
Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.
Responsibilities
KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to operate all machinery in the department.
Should be able to diagnose all malfunctions. Repair and/or adjust machinery unless special tools or skills are needed.
Perform all set-ups on all machines in a timely period to produce an acceptable product in accordance with customer demands and expectations.
Must have a fundamental understanding of mechanical and electronic machinery.
Expected to inspect for quality and make necessary judgmental decisions on quality.
Will be expected to maintain accurate records for both productivity and quality.
Will be expected to identify faulty parts, obtain spare parts, and provide the proper information for ordering replacement parts.
Assist in training new employees or upgrading existing employees.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Be diversified and willing to assist in a variety of areas.
Perform additional duties as assigned by department manager.
Other duties as necessary
Technical Competencies:
Communication/Teamwork:
Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust and teamwork.
Ability to effectively report shift activities.
Safety:
Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.
Demonstrates ability to operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
Quality/Product Safety/Housekeeping:
Ability to develop and maintain processes compliant with all internal and external quality and product safety requirements.
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently.
Can demonstrate ability to maintain work area in clean, safe order.
Demonstrates ability to match image to target sample.
Demonstrates ability to understand quality variables and attribute defects.
Demonstrates ability to perform checks per procedure.
Technical Knowledge:
Demonstrates ability to perform Root Cause Analysis, implement corrective action and understand cause and effect.
Demonstrates ongoing cooperation with Maintenance Dept. regarding equipment operations and needed repairs.
Operate Equipment:
Can demonstrate a thorough knowledge of printing machinery and company specific products being manufactured.
Can demonstrate ability to do job specific set-up using hand tools.
Efficiency:
Ability to maintain optimum machine efficiencies and up time.
Ability to meet or exceed performance standards and continuously improve upon them.
Ability to set machine controls to regulate ink flow, machine speed, and printing pressure.
Product Knowledge:
- Demonstrates knowledge of FK products and materials and can differentiate between them.
Qualifications
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High school education is minimum.
Mechanical aptitude and color vision should be pre-tested for acceptability.
Employees should be able to work with minimum supervision and maintain technical proficiency.
Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings
ADA – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Must be able to:
Work 12-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods
Climb
Heed safety warnings, devices, and alarms
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs.
Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving and establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment.
Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Location:
Kalamazoo is in the southwest region of Michigan. It is midway between Chicago and Detroit on I-94 and offers commercial transportation by train, bus and major airline at the Kalamazoo Battle Creek International Airport. Kalamazoo was recently named one of the 150 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2020-21 by U.S. News and World Report and ranked the No. 1 Coolest Place in the U.S. with the lowest cost of living. It's the home of the Kalamazoo Promise, three colleges and universities, nationally recognized healthcare systems, diverse and affordable housing, clean and safe drinking water, and many parks, lakes, and golf courses.
Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.
PTVE will make every attempt to accommodate every applicant in the company. Attempts will be made by the company to accommodate candidates that have Substantial Limiting Major Life Activities.
Job Locations US-MI-Kalamazoo
ID 2024-24954
Category Operations
Position Type Full Time
Pay Type Hourly