Metallizer Operator

Printpack, a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging products, is seeking qualified candidates to fill one (1) Operator opening at their Metallizing facility located in Villa Rica, Georgia. This person will work in a team environment, cross-train, and assist on the production floor as needed.

Shift: 3/2 Schedule 7:00 pm - 7:00 am
Pay Range: $24.41 - $36.61 (+ $2.50/hour night shift premium)

Competitive Benefits Package

o Health coverage available after 30 days of employment
o 401k enrollment 1st day of employment - 100% vested
o Paid Time Off accrual 1st year of employment and sell back option
o 10 Paid holidays
o Subsidies for uniforms, safety shoes, safety glasses
o Associate Discount Program
o Telemedicine & virtual primary care
o Associate Assistance Program
o Pet insurance
o Legal insurance

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

•  Working knowledge of metallizing or related process

• Forklift certification preferred

• Ability to judge distances while operating heavy equipment

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to perform data entry

• Ability to be self-directed and to multitask

• Ability to read a tape measure

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to lift objects weighing 60 pounds

• Ability to work nights and weekends

• Ability to work overtime as needed

• Ability to pass a drug screen, physical, and background check

Resume with qualification is required for further consideration

Internal Candidates:

• Last performance review was rated “Performer” or higher
• No disciplinary actions beyond a Verbal warning within the past 120 days
• Must be in current role a minimum of 120 days
• May not be on probation or Performance Improvement Plan

​Key Responsibilities:

• Effectively operate the Metallizer to meet the department goals for waste, safety, quality, and production
• Perform quality checks during the shift to ensure the customer specifications are being met
• Understand the Vacuum System on the metallizer
• Effectively communicate to all associates during the shift on waste, quality, safety, and production related issues
• Manage the operator assistance during the shift to meet the department goals
• Follow all relevant work instruction that pertain to the Metallizer Operator position
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area that meets AIB requirements at all times during the shift
• Entering data into PIMS and OPUS to record production data
• Operating overhead crane in automatic mode and performing roll change in a safe, productive manner
• Operating a forklift
• Participating as a team member on the plant process teams
• Being a team player by assisting on other equipment
• Completing duty checklists
• Tracking waste on each roll produced
• Reviewing job jacket information at the beginning of each job and ensuring that the correct material is run for the customer
• Performing vacuum maintenance on the schedule days
• Cutting samples for lab testing
• Using Beloit Meter to check quality of raw material and WIP

The competencies essential to performing effectively in this role include:

• Learning

• Informing

• Reporting

• Deciding

• Checking Objects

• Reviewing

• Using Instruments

• Teamwork

• Following Instructions

• Checking Written Information

• Performing Physical Tasks

• Using a keyboard/computer

• Calculating/Counting

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Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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