What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate (Day or Night Shift) position at The C.W. Zumbiel Company?
Position: Production Associate (Take Off, Aerator Operator, Finishing Inspector)
Reports to: Department Supervisor
Company Overview:
Zumbiel is a fourth-generation family-owned business that has been in the printing and packaging business for over 180 years. We are a printing and packaging company offering a wide range of products from beverage to consumer, and one of the leading in the industry. This is a company that offers the opportunity for a career and a unique culture with our family-owned atmosphere.
What makes us unique:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k with company match
- Commitment to employee health & wellness through wellness program
- Growth opportunities with performance reviews and internal hiring
- Company sponsored events to promote culture & engagement
- Driven by our core values: Integrity, Passion for Winning, Empowerment, Creativity, & Community
Position Overview:
Zumbiel operates on a 12-hour, rotating shift. We are looking for career-minded individuals to start in our printing, cutting, and gluing departments with opportunities to advance. You will be required to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 30 lbs repeatedly. No experience is necessary, but manufacturing experience preferred.
Primary Responsibilities for Production Associate positions:
Printing Take Off –
- Remove printed cartons on the press using an air table or robot machine.
- Build and Tag WIP loads using hand truck as needed for maneuvering load.
- Inspect quality of cartons produced.
Cutting Aerator Operator –
- Replace wooden pallets with plastic pallets and aerate loads prior to printing based on the production schedule.
- Re-aerate loads at the pressman's request.
- Return special skids to the appropriate department.
- Remove sub-quality materials and separate materials by SBS, SUS, or recycled.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment by early detection and sound machine operation.
Finishing Inspector –
- Feed cartons into gluer correctly and monitor for machine jam ups
- Print out case tops and pack cartons into cases
- Visual inspection of cartons glued online
Education / Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
Communication Skills / Requirements:
Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with management, peers and other employees. Have active listening skills, attention to detail and follow-through. Must demonstrate tact, professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, an organized approach to work and a positive attitude.
Safety:
All duties to be performed in compliance with the company guidelines and safety policies.
PPE: MUST wear ear plug hearing protection and safety glasses in designated areas.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- Desired Compensation
- Have you applied here before?
- Which shift do you prefer? (7am-7pm, 7pm-7am, open)
- Have you ever been convicted of any law violation? (except minor traffic violation) If yes, please explain:
Work Location: In person