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ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. Technician - Plate Making in Rocky Mount, Virginia
Description
ProAmpac is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Rocky Mount, VA facility!
About the Company - ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.
Company Perks
Competitive starting pay plus pay increases after 3,6, and 9 months.
Generous shift differential for night shifts
Recognition & bonuses for being a valued and reliable team member
Advancement Opportunities, a place to build your future
Multiple Bonus Programs (Attendance, Safety, and Referral)
Gas Stipend for those who drive more than 20 miles one way
Outstanding Benefits
Competitive wages, shift premiums, promotions from within
11 paid holidays
Excellent PTO (Vacation and Personal Time) – Available after 60-days
Full Benefits including Medical| Dental | Vision |Disability Insurance
401k
Wellness program that gives back money for leading a healthy lifestyle
Primary Duties
Handle movement of polymer materials from one machine to the next. Ability to move flat material sizes up to 50" x 80" is a must
Create and process printing plates using digital or manual imaging methods according to job specifications.
Use specialized equipment such as imagesetters, plate processors, and exposure units to produce high-quality plates.
Check for defects, registration accuracy, and image clarity before releasing plates for pressroom use.
Understand customer requirements, layouts, and specifications provided on work orders or job tickets.
Manage raw plate materials, chemicals, and supplies, ensuring proper storage and minimal waste.
Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of plate-making machinery to ensure consistent output.
Document plate specifications, production times, and maintenance logs for quality control and tracking.
Communicate with prepress operators and pressroom staff to ensure seamless production workflows and resolve issues.
Use PPE, handle chemicals safely, and adhere to company and regulatory safety protocols.
Manage time efficiently to meet production deadlines and minimize press downtime.
Inspect plates for adherence to quality standards and customer specifications
Prepare packages for shipping while attending to special customer requirements
Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc
Handle multiple jobs in various production stages
Adhere to quality control procedures
Ability to multitask and work in deadline orientated environment
Visual acuity to written material and plate detail
The use of ordinary hand tools, and a strong understanding of various measuring tools and the physical ability to lift is essential, as is a dedication to quality
Requirements
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), and Outlook email and calendar capabilities.
Experience and understanding of the flexo plate making process preferred
Prior experience in a printing environment is beneficial
Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is required
Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment
" Notice: This position is subject to both preemployment and post-employment (random) drug testing. Additionally, we will conduct drug and alcohol testing in cases of reasonable suspicion and post-accident as deemed necessary.
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Job Category: Operations/Production/Manufacturing
Full-Time