Operator (1003)

About the role

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you.

Pregis is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and you can learn more about our purpose at our website.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the operation of the densifier equipment and ensure product adheres to company standards of safety, quality, and throughput
• Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis’ core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation
• Adhere to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Maintain housekeeping throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment
• Conduct physical and visual inspection of product to prevent non-conforming goods
• Maintain appropriate level of production supplies/materials as required to ensure next shift operators incur minimal downtime
• Meet or exceed production rates and meet all customer requirements
• Set up and adjust unwinds, neatly palletize skids with finished product, and acquire knowledge/skills of Set-up to better assist and troubleshoot when needed
• Attend meetings and complete safety trainings as required, and coordinate the removal of finished materials from the line
• Assist on other assets as needed and operate the NGR pelletizer
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned and drive a Powered Industrial Truck

Requirements

• Ability to take coaching well and communicate respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture
• Promote positive teamwork culture and communicate with team effectively and respectfully during shift transition
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture

Work Environment

Exposure to moving equipment, inside work, heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit, humidity may exceed 80%, and noise may exceed 85dB+.

Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%, frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs), and occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required, minimum 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.

Schedule

Full-time position, shift work: 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, overtime expected per business demand.