Press Assistant (1st Shift 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Press Assistant

Description
Monday through Friday 7a.m. to 3 p.m.
Brook + Whittle, one of North America's leading sustainable labeling solutions providers, is seeking a Press Assistant to join our team.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid the Flexographic Press Operator with all aspects of make-readies and job production.
• Support operators with stage raw material rolls, load raw materials, make splices, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Assist with changeovers and web breaks, label finished rolls, and maintain accurate roll number logs.
• Operate forklifts and Pit Crew equipment as required, report malfunctions to supervisors, and follow safety regulations.
• Understand and follow company policies, procedures, work instructions, safety rules, and regulations.
• Communicate regularly with the Press Hall Supervisor and assist with process improvements and productivity enhancement opportunities.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• S.M.E.D. Training desired.
• One (1) year of machine experience or more working within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

• Manufacturing environment – exposure to some hazardous conditions such as dust, dirt, high noise levels, chemicals, etc.
• Must be able to lift / push / pull up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to stand for the majority of shift.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, grasp, climb and reach frequently.

Company Paid Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Vacation upon hire (prorated during your first year)
• MDLive – Telemedicine
• Life insurance*
• Long term disability insurance*
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Dental*
• Vision*
• 401(k) – first of the month after 90 days of employment – auto-enroll at 3%**
• Short term disability*
• Voluntary life insurance*
• Flexible spending account – health care and/or dependent care*
• Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and accident insurance*
• Medical*

About Us

Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive, flexographic and shrink sleeve labels for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals. The company’s rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn’t it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say “we make that label”! Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure. We welcome you to consider being a part of this great team. We’re passionate about leaving the planet better than we found it. But we can’t do it alone. We need trailblazers, independent and outside-the-box thinkers. People who are eager to learn, eager to succeed and have a passion for working as a team to solve technical and creative challenges. At Brook + Whittle, we have the opportunity to do impactful work each and every day.

AAP/EEO Statement

Brook & Whittle LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook & Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Brook & Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook & Whittle LTD’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.