Flexographic Press Operator

First Quality•Anderson, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions. Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®. Purpose and role of job: We are currently seeking a Press Operator for our First Quality Print & Packaging facility located in Anderson, SC . T he Press Operator, working under the direction of the Production Manager, is responsible for operating, maintaining, setting up, changing over machines/equipment within standard operating procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience working in manufacturing
Ability to maintain records and logs
Ability to climb ladders and work from high ground
Ability to operate a PC
Ability to use hand tools proficiently
Ability to work 12 hour shifts
Ability to work in a Tobacco Free Facility and on a Tobacco Free Campus

Nice To Haves

Flexographic Printing experience preferred
Full color vision is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observes all safety rules and always uses the proper safety equipment
Keeps a record of the operation of the machine and troubleshooting that was done.
Maintains quality standards for the product.
Ensures the proper materials are in place in a timely and orderly fashion.
Keeps the machine and surrounding area clean; completes daily housekeeping assignments.
Assist maintenance personnel as required.
Assists with the training of other employees as needed.
Must be able to solve problems and root cause analysis.
Must be flexible in work hours, dependable and committed to First Quality and producing a quality product.
Expectation of a challenging and learning experience and willingness to be taught.
Follow all GMP, OSHA, SQF and company policies and procedures.
Perform all other duties as required or directed, with or without accommodation.
Conducts job in a manner which complies to the food safety program (SQF).
Reports food safety problems immediately to supervisor or a QA team member.
Takes actions where appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
Paid time off (three-week minimum)
Medical, dental and vision starting day one
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
Tuition assistance
Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
...and more!