Location: Little Rock,AR, USA
Elopak was founded in Norway in 1957 and is a leading, global supplier of sustainable packaging and filling equipment. We produce cartons for beverages such as milk and juice, as well non-food liquids for instance detergent and soap. The iconic Pure-Pak carton is a natural choice and aims to leave the customer product unchanged and the world unharmed.
The pack of 2,600 people around the world is guided by our vision; Chosen by people, packaged by nature . Reflecting the company promises of Empower, Unite and Accelerate, our people make sustainable packaging real with tangible impact on end-user consumption. Across borders, we are united in providing a natural and convenient alternative to plastic bottles.
Elopak was listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (Oslo Brs) in 2021. We sell in excess of 14 billion cartons every year across more than 70 countries. Sustainability is at the core of everything we are and everything we do. Thus, we are a proud UN Global Compact participant and have been carbon neutral since 2016. For more information, go to www.elopak.com or follow us @Pure_Pak on Twitter and @Elopak on LinkedIn.
Pay will be $26-$30/hour for 1st shift, based on press experience.
We are seeking numerous skilled Litho, Web Press Operators for our new, state of the art, plant under construction in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Our plant will run 7 days a week and operations will start in November 2024.
The Lithographic Press Operator is responsible for setting up and preparing the press correctly to run jobs, for maintaining smooth operation of the press during runtime and to ensure quality products. The ideal candidate must have a related experience in Lithographic press operating including the ability to troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments to maintain high-quality production. The position requires a detail-oriented individual who is able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
What we offer:
* A career with a global packaging company in the food industry where Sustainability and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements.
* A dynamic work environment with room to influence your work and make a difference.
* A safe work environment in a newly build plant fully air conditioned.
* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
* An attractive compensation package reflecting skills and competencies.
* Benefits program
* Relocation support
* Company paid vision and dental insurance; company offered health insurance
* 120 hours of PTO
* 401k match up to 5%
What you need to succeed:
* High School Diploma or GED combined with experience and knowledge in litho printing (7 colors).
* Ability to learn printing software associated with presses.
* Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
* Must be able to distinguish color nuances.
* Strong mechanical aptitudes.
* Must be available to work on 12 hours shifts covering 7 days (1 weekend every second week).
* Must have a Health and Safety mindset and know about LOTO, chemicals / hazardous products handling, etc.
* Good reading and communication skills.
Responsibilities :
* Operates Litho press to produce printed cartons for food related packaging products according to specifications;
* Manage paper roll preparation, run paper through the press and make adjustments;
* Start press and perform trial runs to validate accuracy of machine setups;
* Operate the press, monitor numerous controls, make adjustments (colors set up, ink, speed,etc);
* Make tooling adjustments and performs change over on the press;
* Produce lithographic plates as necessary;
* Observe and monitor numerous controls points to ensure efficient process and to detect any malfunction or deviation;
* Take actions to troubleshoot and solve problems during operation;
* Monitor quality of products and take actions to prevent deviation from appropriate standards;
* Keep the press and press area clean;
* Participate in scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) of the press and assist mechanic during maintenance;
* Work in accordance with Safety, HACCP and SQF requirements.