AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions servicing Healthcare, Consumer Brand, and Technology clients worldwide. AWT employs nearly 630 associates and operates facilities in Minneapolis, MN (Headquarters), South Elgin, IL, Hauppauge, NY, Grand Blanc, MI, Anaheim, CA, Ottawa, Canada, Napa, CA, Winston-Salem, NC, Vaughn, Canada and Joint Ventures in Poland and China. AWT is the trusted partner for leading brands; delivering comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable solutions with exceptional quality, expertise, and responsiveness. More information about AWT can be found at www.awtlabelpack.com.

Due to growth we are currently looking for a Flexo Finishing Machine Operator. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Seamer/Cutter equipment with a high quality end product.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Check to make sure parts meet requirements of specs and order;
• Be sure all product requirements are understood before starting each job and able to run the job with the information provided;
• Ensure that all paperwork is legible and accurate;
• Gather materials as needed for jobs to be completed in order of ship date;
• Ensure that the machine is set up correctly to produce the size sleeve that is required, including solvent flow, lay-flat size, tension control among other settings;
• Ensure the appropriate accessories are used;
• Continuously inspect product to ensure that finished product meets order and spec requirements and that any flagged/non-conforming product is removed;
• Ensure that core labels and box labels include all required information and are accurate;
• Ensure all product is neatly stacked / organized for the next process;
• Ensure that any and all perfs/cuts are in proper location and to the correct depth;
• Follow SOP’s/Work Instructions as trained;

Secondary Tasks and Responsibilities

• Be actively involved and interface with day-to-day department process management and be aware of department work load, activities and performance;
• Participate in quality improvement initiative to ensure customer satisfaction and that all jobs meet or exceed estimated times;
• Able to work in an environment of changing priorities. (Help our in other departments in necessary)

Physical Job Demands:

Able to work in a constantly changing set of activities; okay with getting dirty; able to lift 30 lbs. to waist level without assistance; requires substantial twisting, bending, walking and being on your feet;

Skills/Abilities to Meet Job Requirements:

• Must be able to take direction from and work well with others, as well as alone;
• Ability to work with machinery; perform light maintenance to keep machine running properly;
• Positive attitude and team player;
• Safety conscious;
• Must be able to read and understand, write and speak the English language to a degree where others are able to understand;

Education and Experience Requirements:

None

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Speaks, reads, and writes the English language fluently. (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN 55413 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55413: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person