Sample Maker (2nd Shift)

About the role

The Sample Maker operates the sample cutting table machine to produce corrugated box and display samples according to provided design specifications. They maintain clean work area by organizing samples and sheets into the proper racks, sweeping the floors, and emptying the recycling bins. The role also involves loading and organizing large corrugated sheets into designated metal storage racks, tracking and maintaining an organized inventory list of sample stock boards and materials, measuring and weighing items, creating custom-sized shipper boxes for outgoing samples, assisting Structural Designers in creating and updating Assembly Instruction Sheets using Adobe Illustrator, conducting ISTA shipping tests on packaging samples and documenting results, inspecting samples for quality and completeness, communicating with cutting table machine company, and submitting helpdesk tickets when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operates the sample cutting table machine to produce corrugated box and display samples according to provided design specifications.
• Maintains clean work area by organizing samples and sheets into the proper racks, sweeping the floors, and emptying the recycling bins.
• Loads and organizes large corrugated sheets into designated metal storage racks.
• Tracks and maintains an organized inventory list of sample stock boards and materials for the Design team.
• Measures and weighs items using a measuring tape and scale and creates custom-sized shipper boxes for outgoing samples.
• Aids Structural Designers in creating and updating Assembly Instruction Sheets using Adobe Illustrator.
• Conducts ISTA shipping tests on packaging samples and documents results in clear, detailed reports.
• Inspects samples for quality and completeness prior to handoff.
• Follows all safety guidelines and operational procedures related to equipment and material handling.
• Communicates with cutting table machine company and submits helpdesk tickets when machine or technology is not performing properly.
• Performs other duties and assists with additional projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Industrial Design, Engineering, Graphic Design, or a related creative or technical field preferred.
• Experience with sample cutting tables, packaging prototypes, or manufacturing equipment is a plus.
• Proficiency or working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow technical drawings and specifications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle large corrugated sheets and sample materials.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• High ethical standards.
• Models and supports organization’s goals and values; adapts to changing conditions; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Consistently conducts themselves in an honest and trustworthy manner.
• Does not pursue their own individual objectives to the detriment of company goals.
• Sets an example for others to follow.
• Demonstrates energy and passion about what they do and knows how to balance work and fun.
• Is generally optimistic and upbeat; fun to be around.
• Holds a strong belief and zeal for the industry, the job, and the company.
• Conveys energy and intensity at work with a capacity for keeping others enthusiastic and involved.
• Operates with a customer service orientation internally and externally.
• Works to positively build the Bay Cities brand in everything he/she does.
• Builds strong, positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Acts as an owner of the business and instills that same attitude and level of action in others.
• Is proactive in taking responsibility for all outcomes/results and avoids ‘pointing fingers’.
• Helps to create and maintain a strong feeling of belonging in the immediate and overall team.
• Regularly involves others in decisions that affect their job or work environment.
• Participates as a team player and establishes strong working relationships to deliver positive results.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple efforts with strong results/goal orientation.
• Uses time effectively, prioritizes and organizes work flow; can orchestrate multiple activities at once.
• Agility and personal adaptability with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities with a high sense of urgency in a rapidly changing environment.
• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; strives for continuous improvement of self and processes.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to convey information and ideas in a variety of media, tactful, confident, at all levels, internal and external.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and sit.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Pre-Employment Verifications

• Must pass background and reference checks, drug screen, and physical examination prior to employment.