Machine / Pouch Operator - 1st Shift

ePac Flexible Packaging has locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.
Benefits
This role offers a competitive hourly rate up to $22 / hour based on experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes:

3 Medical Options
Dental
Vision
Employer paid Short and Long term disability
401K with employer match
120 hours Paid Time off
Paid holidays
Potential for profit sharing
Cross training and development
and more!
Summary Of Position
The Pouch Operator sets up and operates pouch making machines that convert laminated films into pouches that meet or exceed customer quality specifications by performing the following duties.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction. Makes corrections to alleviate out of specification product.
Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
Assists and works cooperatively with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
Perform changeovers, maintenance and PM on equipment
Quality Control checks and production reports
Non-essential Functions And Responsibilities

Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination
Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
Be able to work safely around operating machinery
WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibration
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of production. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.
ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster