Pouch Machine Assistant

2 days ago

City of Melbourne, Australia ePac LLC Full time

Job Overview

Looking to start your career in the digital world? Launch into your career as a Pouch Assistant (PA) and learn on the job with our training program. The Pouch Assistant reports to the Production Manager and works with a team who are all cross-trained. Your primary role will be to support the Pouch Operator in converting high-quality pouches for ePac. This hands-on opportunity is the first step in becoming a Pouch Operator in the ever-growing flexible packaging industry.

Responsibilities

- Assist Pouch Operator with Pouch Machine
- Correctly set up and run machine to expedite quality and run speed
- Maintain Production standard of quality and effective run rate
- Follow established material handling procedure
- Follow all instructions on work order and safe operating practices (SOP)
- Maintain Quality control check sheet, and Production and waste reports
- Check pouch quality continually during production run
- Inform Pouch Operator of any defective material, maintenance issues and safety issues
- Stage proper equipment and secondary packaging (boxes, pallets, labels, etc.) necessary for production jobs based on production schedule
- Clean and maintain equipment in preparation for next production run
- Make recommendations to supervision and management for improvement of production in terms of efficiency and workflow
- Package finished product at one of several workstations as assigned
- Make packing cartons and carton labels as required by the Work Order.
- Oversee daily performance of Pouch Assistant functions
- Change rolls and cut out splices
- Quality Control checks and data entry
- Trash and trim removal
- Observe safety rules
- Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination

Qualifications

- Possess and foster a positive attitude of learning and respect
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions
- Ability to take ownership of work and also work as part of a team
- Strong verbal communications skills
- Visual acuity to color consistency
- Manual coordination and dexterity
- Ability to use basic hand tools
- Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
- Be able to work safely around operating machinery

Preferred Experience

- Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Must be flexible in work schedule

ePac believes in a collaborative and cross-trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of our company. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the company for career advancements.

Why Work with Us

We are fun, we believe ‘one team = dream team’. We are innovative in the market, using the latest technology to drive value for our customers. ePac is built to harness the full power of digital technology, today and into the future. We welcome new ideas and our people are passionate to grow a fast-paced start up across Australia and NZ. We provide exceptional customer service, help our customers grow, support the communities and local businesses we serve and develop sustainable solutions for the environment.

ePac is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment.

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