Digital Press Lead Operator

Georgia-Pacific's Hummingbird facility in West Chester, OH is currently seeking a Digital Press Lead Operator for an emerging opportunity within our Corrugated Packaging business unit. The successful candidate will coach and lead Digital Press operators, while also operating themselves, in our state-of-the-art roll to roll inkjet web press operation, which is the first of its kind in the United States. There are plenty of growth opportunities at Georgia Pacific's Hummingbird facility, as we believe in promoting from within and setting candidates up for success.

Our Team

This role is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit team dedicated to safety at our Hummingbird facility in West Chester, OH! This position creates value by safely operating our state-of-the-art roll to roll inkjet web press, which is the first of its kind in the United States. We offer opportunities for advancement as those openings occur.

Salary

This position starts at $32.00/hour with an additional $2/hr for 3 rd (11:00pm - 7:00am) shift. Must be able to work extended shifts, flexible shifts and weekends as needed.

Shift

This is a3 rd (11:00pm - 7:00am) shift position. Must be able to work extended shifts, flexible shifts and weekends as needed.

Who is Hummingbird? Watch to find out!

Opportunities for career advancement as openings occur. We also offer:

• competitive compensation with the opportunity to earn overtime,
• paid vacation after 6 months of service,
• tuition reimbursement,
• health and dental benefits programs,
• paid time off/holidays,
• a 401k with an employer match!

What You Will Do

• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist Supervisor in leading, mentoring, and developing shift employees utilizing our Principles-Based Management philosophy to improve capability and value creation.
• Lead the shift to ensure safety, quality and productivity in the supervisor's absence.
• Ensure equipment operation and finished product meets defined standards and targets.
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed safety, quality, production, and waste goals.
• Operate and safely work around mobile equipment.
• Communicate effectively on shift with others and via email as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform adjustments accurately, efficiently, and according to procedures, minimizing unexpected downtime and maintenance calls.
• Performing regular preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Monitor the process to maintain quality and inspecting the final product for quality, noticing any subtle differences in color, to include shades of color and brightness.
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in an industrial environment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating and/or supervising printing presses
• Two (2) years or more of leadership experience with demonstrated ability to successfully coach team members on team and individual performance
• Previous experience troubleshooting, problem solving, and understanding of root cause analysis
• Willingness to obtain certification to drive both fork trucks and clamp trucks
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience providing quality developmental feedback to employees.
• Experience operating Digital and/or Flexo Printing Presses.
• Knowledge and/or experience in corrugated packaging, folding carton, printing, or Point of Purchase (POP) display industries.
• Knowledge of reliability and Preventative Maintenance (PM) systems.
• Knowledge of print production processes and color theory.

GENERAL SALARY RANGE

For this role, we anticipate paying $32.00/hour with an additional $2/hr for 3rd (11:00pm - 7:00am) shift. Must be able to work extended shifts, flexible shifts and weekends as needed. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form .

Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf