Engraving Technician

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Description

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

Engraving Technician

LOCATION : Columbus, WI

SHIFT : 11 : 30am-7 : 30pm

SUMMARY : Responsible for operating all equipment within the engraving line and becoming proficient. Provide troubleshooting support, assessment and resolution for production issues within the Engraving Operation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Participate in training, embrace concepts of and actively practice the SPOT Safety Program fundamentals to aid American Packaging Corporation's efforts to achieve a zero-incident rate.
• Individual must be very self-motivated, have the ability to work independently, and take proactive steps towards solving identified problems. Must also be very willing to take on new projects as they develop.
• Drive 5S and complete required cleaning tasks - some daily, weekly or monthly requirements.
• Proficiency in operating all equipment within the engraving line. Must be able to cross train in the department and work towards proficient knowledge in running the entire engraving line. This includes but not limited to CFM, Engraver, Plating, Proofing, H2O, Chemistry, Collage, QC Inspection and other duties as assigned.
• High Aptitude for learning multiple positions in a cross functional department. Pay increases are based off proficiency targets.
• Launch cylinders into all branches of workflow
• Participate in Help Chain for troubleshooting of staffed and unstaffed shifts of the Engraving Operation.
• Aptitude in the use of precision measuring devices (i.e., micrometers, profilometers, dial indicators, etc.)
• Provide first level assessment and resolution for production issues in the Engraving Operation including applicable reporting.
• Responsible for resolving any issues within the engraving process. Ensure the smooth operation of the automated line for on time delivery of engravings.
• Coordinate and prep bases to be shipped to Deforest and Returned to the Columbus towers.
• Full understanding of the quality characteristics of an engraving and the relationship of each process step in their achievement.
• Complete digital records and shift reports as required.
• Understand and navigate the computer control station of the Engraving Operation. Sequence the various production tasks to deliver schedule requirements.
• Perform daily inspection, calibration, adjustment, and repair of the quality assurance equipment of the Engraving Operation.
• Insure daily that consumables related to Cylinder Preparation are at target levels. Submit material requisitions as needed.
• Train new Automation Line Techs in areas of proficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Associate / Bachelor's degree (A. A. / B.S.) or equivalent from two-year college / four-year college or technical school; with one-year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE / AA Disability / Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at :

talentacquisition@americanpackaging.com .