Job Details
SUMMARY:
Performs the operational functions of data manipulation on various types of label equipment within the department to meet production quality standards and deadlines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include but may not be limited to the following:
* Operates the label machines properly and efficiently in order to meet production deadlines according to the daily job schedule.
* Minimizes waste or misuse of raw materials.
* Communicates label production issues with the Production Supervisor or the Manager.
* Maintains a daily and weekly schedule of cleaning and maintenance for the machines within the department.
* Performs distribution functions as needed.
* Maintains inventory levels of raw materials within the production areas.
* Keeps an accurate log of raw materials used in the production of labels. Logs date and ID number of cartons of product to maintain a FIFO inventory and to identify any quality control problems with raw materials.
* Uses TCM system to log each job accurately and correctly to record time and materials for each job.
* Responsible for maintenance of all dies.
* Keeps all work areas safe, clean and in good condition.
* Follows any other instructions given by supervisors and/or management to complete other tasks or projects, ensuring the objectives are accomplished accurately and within the timeframe allotted.
* Maintains a clean, organized and safe work area, uses required PPE, and follows all safety rules and procedures.
* May be required to work overtime or on another shift as needed.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
* High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year job related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* The ideal candidate will possess prior experience running digital inkjet presses and have strong mechanical and computer aptitude. Operators are responsible for operating a machines at budgeted waste and production numbers while ensuring that safety and quality policies and procedures are followed, as well as ensuring that production meets the targeted service goals and cost objectives.
* Strong candidates should have experience in variable data printing and/or mailing services. Must be detail-oriented, a self-starter and have the demonstrated ability to prioritize while maintaining high levels of organization, productivity and versatility. Candidates must also possess a sense of urgency, high energy, a great attitude with excellent communication skills.
* Further relevant experience is in set up and operations of intelligent and generic inserters (DM10 or Flow Master) as well as print bindery equipment like stitchers, perfect binders, cutters, custom trimmers, folders, mailers, tippers and poly wrappers.
MANAGEMENT DISCLAIMER:
Vestcom's Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or Vestcom may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
ABOUT VESTCOM:
Vestcom Parent Holdings, Inc. is the leading provider of tech-enabled shelf-edge pricing and promotion communications for the retail industry. Established in 1985, Vestcom helps clients transform their retail environment to be more engaging to consumers and more efficient for retail store teams. Vestcom provides its Retail and CPG clients with proprietary software solutions that drive edge-of-shelf media pricing, advertising, and planogram information; nutritional content; and other critical data that drives their businesses. Vestcom's services and technology are leveraged in over 60,000 retail stores nationwide and facilitate tens of billions pricing and promotional updates each year (example clients include Kroger, Albertsons/Safeway, Walgreens, and Dollar General). With more than 50 patents and a rich culture of innovation, the company has experienced tremendous growth throughout its history.
Vestcom is led by Chairman & CEO, John Lawlor, who joined the company in 2009. John and the senior leadership team are focused on driving the vision for the company's future growth and building on its expertise of content integration and history of innovation in execution at the shelf-edge.
Vestcom is owned by Charlesbank Capital Partners. Charlesbank is a Boston-based middle-market private equity firm with a 20-year track record of superior investment returns. For many years, the firm managed an investment portfolio solely for the Harvard University endowment, before establishing Charlesbank as an independent firm in 1998. Charlesbank is now actively investing its ninth fund, its largest fund to date.
Vestcom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas and has 10 production facilities across the United States. The company also operates in the United Kingdom. You can learn more at www.vestcom.com.