Pouch Assistant (2nd Shift)

Do you want to further your career working with a dynamic, state of the art, printing/packaging company? If the answer is yes, then ePac Flexible Packaging could be the place for you!  

Is Printing Finishing / Bindery Machine Operation your specialty? If you can run a Bobst, Perfect Binder, Saddle Stitcher, Gluer, Folder, then we can train you on this latest technology.

If you are a packer, handwork proficient, helper, then we can train you as Pouch Assistant.

ePac is currently looking for Pouch Machine Operators and Assistants to join its team at our Moorestown, NJ location. 

If you have a proven track record of safely and efficiently delivering exceptional quality, we want to hear from you. Previous experience in the printing or packaging industry would be great, but we are more interested in you and your previous successes.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes 3 Medical Options, Dental, Vision, Employer paid Short and Long term disability, 401K with employer match and more!

So, who are we? Simply put, ePac provides digitally printed, flexible packaging. We offer our customers fast and easy access to custom flexible packaging, with a mission to help small brands obtain big brand presence. We are technology driven and solution centered, and we love what we do!

Our Core Values:

Provide exceptional products and customer service Help our customers growSupport the communities and local businesses we serveDevelop sustainable solutions 

ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, Africa and Indonesia.  Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. 

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Pouch Assistant (PA) position is the first step to launching your career at ePac. This role works with the Pouch Operator to convert high quality pouches for ePac. This is a hands on opportunity and first step in becoming a Pouch Operator in the ever growing flexible packaging industry. The (PA) will perform various manual and mechanical duties to provide assistance in the set up and operation of our pouch machines.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Assist Pouch Operate with Pouch MachineCorrectly set up and run machine to expedite quality and run speedMaintain Production standard of quality and effective run rateFollow established material handling procedureFollow all instructions on work order and S.O.P.Maintain Quality control check sheet, and Production and waste reportsCheck pouch quality continually during production runInform Pouch Operator of any defective material, maintenance issues and safety issuesStage proper equipment and secondary packaging (boxes, pallets, labels, etc) necessary for production jobs based on production scheduleClean and maintain equipment in preparation for next production runMake recommendations to supervision and management for improvement of production in terms of efficiency and workflowPackage finished product at one of several workstations as assignedMake packing cartons and carton labels as required by the Work Order.Oversee daily performance of Pouch Assistant functionsChange rolls and cut out splicesQuality Control checks and data entryTrash and trim removalObserve safety rules.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Possess and foster a positive attitude of learning and respectAbility to understand and follow verbal and written directionsAbility to take ownership of work and also work as part of a teamStrong verbal communications skillsVisual acuity to color consistencyManual coordination and dexterityAbility to use basic hand toolsManual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipmentBe able to work safely around operating machinery

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.High School Diploma or equivalentMust be flexible in work schedule.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibrationAbility to lift up to 50 lbsePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of production. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental, Vision InsuranceCompany-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance401(k) Match - up to 4%Paid PTO and 10 holidays Bonus Potential - based on plant performance

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster