Job Description

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 and Toronto, Ontario, Winston-Salem and Garner, NC. 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

Labeltronix, a subsidiary of AWT is seeking a Finishing Press Operator to perform daily operation and maintenance of finishing, rewinding, and packaging press and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a positive, self-motivated, hardworking personality with a great "Team Player" attitude. Previous Press Operator experience and Manufacturing experience is a plus.

Here’s what we provide our employees:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Quarterly bonus
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Matching 401K Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacations and Sick days
• Promotions within

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Special projects and other duties may be assigned as needed:

• Perform daily converting and finishing as required to meet the production schedule
• Perform routine maintenance on schedule and according to procedure
• Perform adjustments accurately, efficiently, and according to procedure
• Monitor the finishing process to maintain high-quality finished product quality
• Understand machine capabilities to achieve optimum quality, throughput, and waste minimization
• Update real-time order data through internal information systems
• Perform order Q.C. checks according to work instructions to ensure accuracy
• Keep aware of deadlines and produce orders to meet commitments
• Advise Production Lead of supply inventory levels
• Participate in training programs facilitated by Production Lead and Plant Manager
• Perform the rewinding and packaging process as necessary
• Responsible for proper handling of all supplies associated with the finishing process
• Adhere to existing work instructions/processes and contribute ideas and recommendations for continuous process improvement

EXPECTATIONS:

• Provide regular feedback on ways to improve production processes
• Provide recommendations and feedback to management regarding operational capabilities and limitations
• Maintain a very organized, clean, and safe work environment
• Participate in a continuous learning environment
• Adjust to new objectives as necessary
• Keep up to date on industry knowledge
• Be able to work at times under high pressure
• Understand the importance of customer needs for both internal and external customers
• Be receptive to feedback
• Be a good listener and open-minded
• Possess a cooperative, team attitude
• Follow procedures/work instructions well
• Be detail-oriented
• Have strong dedication and good work ethic

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Press operating experience
• Printing experience is a plus
• Good troubleshooting skills
• Experience maintaining equipment
• Color theory/management is a plus

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a printing field is a plus
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in a label printing operation is a plus

SCHEDULE:

• 8-hour evening shift, Monday through Friday

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