Location: Hickory, NC
Job title: Press Assistant
Shift: Day shift- 12 hour, 7am to 7pm, 2-2-3 schedule
Rate: $18.17/hr

RETENTION BONUS AVAILABLE!
$2000 after completion of 180 days, paid in 90 day increments.

From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.

You will be assisting the Press Operator on a flexographic printing press to produce printed rolls of film, according to company and customer specifications and quality standards, in the most effective and economical manner possible while maintaining assigned work area in a clean and orderly fashion.

What you will be doing:

Assumes full responsibility for the complete operation and production of the press, including the quality of all printed material.Understand basic printing terminology, press components, and general understanding of their useResponsible for the cleanliness of the presses and surrounding areasDemonstrate ability to stage press components for upcoming job, including sleeves, anilox, ink, and film stagedDemonstrate ability to verify plate numbers and compare against item specification sheetResponsible for maintaining required levels of materials (ink, film, etc.) to keep press running efficiently.Responsible for the print quality including, print position, correct copy, UPC codes, register, and impressions.Responsible for accounting for all film used and/or returned during shiftPlaces roll tickets and weights on each roll. Maintains accurate records in Shop Floor computer.Returns all inks, plates/sleeves, film, etc. to the proper locations with proper identification upon completion of an order.Learns the functions of the Press Operator; the Press Assistant could be called upon to fill in during the absence of a Press OperatorCan effectively train probationary level Press AssistantDemonstrate ability to locate and properly follow packout instructions to meet customer requirementsDemonstrate ability to stand in for operator during breaks to monitor press run, identify defects, and stop press to prevent excessive wasteDemonstrate the ability to properly clean the drum, nip rolls, and chill roll.Demonstrate ability to properly acknowledge dr blade chamber conditionPerform other duties as directed or requested by Shift Leader or Production Manager.

We'd love to hear from you if:

You are mechanically inclined and have experience using hand toolsAre able to read and follow both verbal and written instructionsHave prior manufacturing experience, preferred but not requiredHave a stable work history, excellent attendance and safety recordAre able to stand for long periods of time, able to lift up to 50 lbs, perform repetitive movements, etc.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.