Basic Position Objective Statement
Participate in all functions associated with the production, warehousing, and distribution of products.  Work on computer, order materials, do change overs, troubleshoot machine and keep machine running to established expectations
Safety Philosophy:
Little Rapids Corporation will manufacture products in a manner that respects the safety and health of our associates, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.  We believe that each Associate plays critical role in creating a safe work environment by exhibiting personal safe behaviors.  To be successful as a company, we will have exemplary safety performance.
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Safely and efficiently perform manufacturing, assembly, packaging and warehousing of product to meet customer demand which may include operation of paper converting machines and/or forklifts. This includes set-up, changeover and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
Troubleshoot and respond to production issues timely, i.e., shortage of materials, inventory issues, out of spec raw materials, quality issues, equipment issues, etc.
Complete and maintain production records both manually and with computer systems.
Willingness and flexibility to work a variety of shifts that involve all days of the week as needed.  This includes ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as determined by the business.
All other assignments assigned by management.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the “essential functions” for purposes of the ADA.
Knowledge, Education and Training Qualifications and Certifications:
High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
Must be at least 18 years old
Key Functional Competencies:
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a paper converting environment.
Experience in warehousing/shipping environments is helpful.
Experience in quality management systems (FDA, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, etc.) is helpful
Ability to use basic tools including wrenches, hammers, utility knives, screwdrivers, brooms, and measuring devices in rules and scales, etc., used in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.  (Such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.)
Key Performance Competencies:
Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within system and desktop, etc.  
Able to work as an effective team member.
Must be able to communicate verbally through regular conversation in loud environments, and using appropriate hand signals (as needed)
Ability to prioritize and take initiative
Physical Requirements:
The ability to work safely in a normal manufacturing environment to include: sitting, standing for up to 12 hours, lifting or walking for long periods of time; climbing stairs; operating various standard office equipment; reaching; bending; crawling; speaking on the telephone; wearing required personal protection gear (i.e. hearing, eye, foot protection, gloves and hairnets); tolerating loud noise (exceeding 90 dB in areas); tolerating periodic exposure to temperatures; hot and cold, and dusty environments.
EOE including disability/veteran

Basic Position Objective Statement:
Operate industrial trucks to move materials around warehouse and production areas. 
Safety Philosophy:
Little Rapids Corporation will manufacture products in a manner that respects the safety and health of our associates, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.  We believe that every Associate plays critical role in creating a safe work environment by exhibiting personal safe behaviors.  To be successful as a company, we will have exemplary safety performance.
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Operate forklift and clamp trucks safely and identify unsafe work behaviors, areas, and methods.
Participate in the manufacture and distribution of quality finished products that meets specifications and meets/exceeds established standards.
Operate forklift and clamp truck to take away from press, lay down stock (rolls) for next shift, return product or rolls of stock to warehouse, and receive customer owned material.
Complete and maintain records by: ensuring “return to inventory” tags are initialed and filled out by operators before returning product to warehouse; applying customer color coded label during unloading before product is put in inventory; and forklift safety checks.
Conduct incoming and outgoing trailer inspections for product damage and contamination.
Identify and react to production problems (safety, quality, and inventory issues.)
Perform machine/forklift clean-ups as required. Maintain a clean, organized, “set in order”, and “shine” environment in the work areas (sweep dock area/warehouse, empty garbage cans, clean forklifts, assist operators with clean ups). 
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required (e.g. safety, quality, production, teams, informational, continuous improvement, and others as requested.
Troubleshoot forklift or clamp truck problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or team coaches.
Willingness and flexibility to work a variety of shifts that involve all days of the week as needed. This includes ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as determined by the business. 
All other assignments assigned by management. 
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
Knowledge, Education and Training Qualifications and Certifications
High school/G.E.D. required
Key Functional Competencies

Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a paper converting environment press operations.
Experience in warehousing/shipping environments is helpful.
Experience in quality management systems (FDA, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, etc.).
 Key Performance Competencies

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language (Such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.).
Mechanical aptitude and experience to use basic tools including wrenches, hammers, utility knives, screwdrivers, brooms, and measuring devices in rules and scales, etc., used in a manufacturing environment.
Forklift and clamp truck certification.
Regular attendance is required to provide continuity and accomplishment of job responsibilities on a continual and timely basis.
Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within system and desktop, etc.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Ability to drive forklift and clamp trucks safely and to become certified.
Able to work independently and follow instructions
Able to work as an effective team member.
Able to work 12 hour shifts and overtime as needed.
Physical Requirements:
NOTE:  Frequency and repetition of tasks listed below are based on a 12-hour shift.  However, overtime opportunities exist. 
Must follow instructions for safety and proper job performance; safety apparatus required: Ear plugs, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves (all types) and other protective equipment as dictated by job function.  Forklift and clamp truck certification. 

Operate forklift and clamp trucks (Ability to get on and off the forklift numerous times per shift).
Sweep with broom and clean work area.
Lift and empty garbage containers.
Must be able to communicate verbally through regular conversation and shouting (in loud environments) and using hand signals (as needed).
Must be able to walk and stand up to approximately 12 hours per shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. All lifting over 50 pounds requires two people to make the lift.
Exposure to noise levels exceeding 90dB.
Exposure to temperatures and paper dust.
EOE including disability/veteran

Basic Position Objective Statement:
Set up and operate printing press in a safe manner to produce quality product with minimum waste that meets the customer’s specifications and needs.
Safety Philosophy:
Little Rapids Corporation will manufacture products in a manner that respects the safety and health of our associates, the environment, and the communities in which we operate. We believe that every Associate plays critical role in creating a safe work environment by exhibiting personal safe behaviors. To be successful as a company, we will have exemplary safety performance.
Schedule:
Straight 2-2-3 schedule, 12-hour shifts, currently ONLY night shift openings available
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Provide direction and guidance to the press technician assistant/press assistant to ensure overall safety, quality and production.
Ensure press is running at full capacity, while looking to improve efficiencies, and producing quality product that meets our customer demands.
Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts to include Kaizen, 5S, TPM and other continuous improvement efforts, as required of this position. This includes activities to this specific position/department, as well as company-wide initiatives in other areas of the organization.
Operate printing presses safely and identify unsafe work behaviors, areas, and methods.
Complete and maintain production records both manually and with computer systems to maintain inventory control.
Manufacture quality finished product that meets specifications and meets/exceeds established production standards.
Participate in all functions associated with the operation of converting equipment
Perform required set-ups and changeovers as required.
Perform machine clean-ups as required. Maintain a clean, organized, “set in order”, and “shine” environment in the work areas.
Identify and react to production problems (shortage of raw materials, safety issues, inventory issues, out of spec raw materials, quality issues, etc.).
Troubleshoot machine problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or plant supervisor.
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required (e.g. safety, quality, production, teams, informational, continuous improvement, and others as requested).
All other assignments assigned by management.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the “essential functions” for purposes of the ADA.
Knowledge, Education and Training Qualifications and Certifications
High school/G.E.D. required.
Key Functional Competencies

Previous press operator experience strongly preferred.
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a flexographic packaging environment.
Experience in warehousing/shipping environments is preferred.
Experience in quality management systems (FDA, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, etc.)
Experience to use basic tools including wrenches, hammers, utility knives, screwdrivers, brooms, and measuring devices in rules and scales, etc., used in a manufacturing environment.
Forklift and clamp truck certification preferred.
Key Performance Competencies

Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within system and desktop, etc. Experience and ability to operate computer keyboard. (Press Side Data system)
Mathematical skills necessary to compute percentages, weights, and to measure and calculate the amount of ink and paper needed to do a job.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. (Such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.).
Must follow instructions for safety and proper job performance; safety apparatus required: Ear plugs, safety shoes, safety glasses, hair nets, gloves (all types) and other protective equipment as dictated by job function. Forklift and clamp truck certification preferred.
Willingness and flexibility to work a variety of shifts that involve all days of the week as needed. This includes ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as determined by the business.
Understanding of inks, Amines, and PH additives. Ink mixing and adjusting.
Set up for cylinders and Anilox rolls.
Threading machine.
Ability to effectively communicate (oral and written communication skills).
Able to work independently and follow instructions
Able to work as an effective team member.
Able to work 12 hour shifts and overtime as needed.
Physical Requirements
NOTE: Frequency and repetition of tasks listed below are based on a 12-hour shift. However, overtime opportunities exist.

Regular attendance is required to provide continuity and accomplishment of job responsibilities on a continual and timely basis.
Operate forklift. (Ability to get on and off the forklift numerous times per shift).
Operate a scissors lift to retrieve and replace sleeves in racking system.
Must be able to communicate verbally through regular conversation and shouting (in loud environments) and using hand signals (as needed).
Need manual dexterity and accurate eyesight. Good color vision required for workers to find mistakes and locate potential problems.
Must be able to walk and stand up to approximately 12 hours per shift.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds. All lifting over 70 pounds requires two people to make the lift.
Exposure to noise levels exceeding 90dB.
Exposure to temperatures and paper dust.
Ability to climb ladders.
EOE including disability/veteran