Pouch Operator

ePac Flexible Packaging is a global flexible packaging company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital technologies, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. As a start-up in 2016, ePac began with a focus on helping small and medium sized brands compete with great packaging, and today serves thousands of brands of all sizes. In all corners of the world ePac operates, the company strives to serve the communities in which we reside and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.

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

Ensure personal compliance with all company Quality System, Operational, and Human Resource policies, procedures, and practices, including Safety and completes required documentation accurately and timely. Meets or exceeds prescribed job standards for line speeds, scrap and set-up times. Reports any necessary maintenance of the machine to the engineering department using a written work order. Reports any unsafe working conditions to the production supervisor. Participates in on-going training opportunities and supports a continuous quality improvement environment. housekeeping procedures. 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. Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated Keeps work area clean. 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. Performs required quality testing on products produced, i.e. burst test, drop test, water table test, etc. Performs minor machine maintenance such as changing zipper cloth, dies, seal bars and punches. Assists and works cooperatively with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes. Review work instructions and procedures that are applicable to the position. Other duties as assigned by management and supervisors. Perform changeovers Perform PMs on equipment Make recommendations to supervision and management for improvement of production in terms of efficiency and workflow Maintain production reports Oversee daily performance of Pouch Assistant functions Change rolls and cut out splices Quality Control checks and data entry Trash and trim removal

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

Possess and foster a positive attitude of learning and respect Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions Ability to take ownership of work and also work as part of a team Strong verbal communications skills Visual acuity to color consistency Manual coordination and dexterity Ability to use basic hand tools Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment Be able to work safely around operating machinery

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Basic knowledge of flexible packaging films is a plus. High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be flexible in work schedule.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibration Ability to lift up to 50lbs Requires certain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as hairnets, steel-toed shoes, and facility specific uniform requirements 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.

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