Operator at Lithotype Company

Are you looking to join a dynamic team in the flexible packaging industry? Lithotype Company is seeking a Packaging Lamination Operator for our 3rd shift. If you have experience in packaging lamination equipment, we want to hear from you!

This position operates a lamination machine, and all critical tasks associated with running production changeovers and press machine maintenance.

At Lithotype Company, we value safety, quality, and efficiency. Our dedication to providing high-barrier printed roll stock and stand-up pouches to leading brands across the country sets us apart in the industry. Join us in delivering best-in-industry flexible packaging with rapid turnaround times.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Safely sets up, operates, and monitors lamination machinery and equipment as intended and needed to meet customer and production goals.
2. Completes lamination machine setup for production runs, including loading materials, adjusting settings, and calibrating equipment to ensure proper operation.
3. Monitors the production process, inspects, and tests materials and equipment using safe and proper protocols, to ensure products meet quality standards and production quotas are met.
4. Verifies and tracks all materials for inventory and work in progress regulations.
5. Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs routine maintenance tasks to keep machinery operating efficiently.
6. Trains and provides guidance to machine assistants and new crew members.
7. Keeps machinery and surrounding areas organized by meeting housekeeping, storage, staging, and cleanliness requirements.
8. Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures, to prevent accidents or injuries. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by safety policies and report any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate team member.
9. Completes all necessary documentation for internal or external use.
10. Effectively works with other departments or team members, such as press operators, slitter operators, supervisors, and quality control inspectors, to coordinate production activities and address any potential issues as they arise.
11. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include:

•  Knowledge of printing and lamination processes, films, inks and coatings.
•  Ability to become knowledgeable of lamination equipment, coating applications, packaging films, and Company’s unique manufacturing process.
• General mechanical aptitude / ability problem solving
• Detail-oriented
• Positive can-do attitude; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•  Ability to multi-task.
•  Ability to work in a team environment.
•  Ability to work well under pressure.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision-making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
• Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

Company Information:

Lithotype is an employee-owned flexible packaging printing and converting company. Operating out of the Midwest, we provide reliable packaging solutions to some of the country's leading brands. As America's trusted supplier for high-barrier printed roll stock and stand-up pouches, Lithotype continues to expand our capabilities to meet our customers needs. Our investments in web offset and flexography presses, laminators, cantilever slitters, color management systems and auto-registration technologies enable us to deliver 'best-in-industry' flexible packaging, with rapid turnaround times. Lithotype is dedicated to delivering high quality printed material to our customers that meet the highest standards of quality management throughout the flexible packaging industry. Fast and flexible service is in our company's DNA.

DEI Statement:

At Lithotype Company, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our operations. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation and success. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

EEO Statement:

Lithotype Company is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that is free from bias and promotes equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP Retirement Account

 

 

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: $23 - $26 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No