Chief Pilot (Jet Fleet) jobs in Clarksville, TN

WHO WE ARE:

Have you ever been shopping in a grocery store and wondered where all those different packaged foods come from? Jet Packaging Group produces those kinds of bags and containers as well as other types of packaging solutions. At Jet Packaging Group, we design and create custom packaging solutions for clients in fields including agriculture, human and pet foods, cosmetics, housewares, and even the military.

OUR CURRENT NEED:

We have press operator roles available for day and night shift. We guarantee a minimum of 40 hours weekly.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The tasks a Press Operator performs includes:

1. Must have 1.5 years of Flexographic Print Operator Experience

2. Must be able to lift 75 pounds

3. Must be able to climb ladders to the height of five feet

4. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time to perform daily duties

5. General housekeeping of Pressroom

6. Be physically capable of loading and unloading material onto and off the press properly.

7. Press Operators must complete a graduated training program consisting of basic operations and theory regarding flexographic printing operations. Upon completion of each program, the employee will be promoted to the next level. Each additional level requires a higher level of understanding and competency level to progress and exhibit the following competencies within the first ninety (90) days:

• Understand the importance of and respect/maintain the confidentiality of the company and customer.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, while ensuring all team members work within the safety guidelines as established by Jet Packaging Group.
• Apply general computer skills to assigned tasks (FileMaker, Windows applications, etc....).
• Utilize color measuring instruments for monitoring colors.
• Measure and monitor ink viscosities and its effect on colors.
• Understand basic color theory and control in multi-color printing.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and area by completing daily housekeeping assignments.
• Completes setup and cleanup in accordance with the Work Order and Product Specification documents to ensure correct print cylinders, inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers are properly used.
• Responsible for completing all required quality checks related to product specifications, visual, and functional checks. Completes all press-side quality checks.
• Install the proper inks in the correct press units and maintain their levels during the press run.
• Perform critical quality checks to include: copy, color, registration, and ink adhesion. Ensure conformance to all other quality checks.
• Communicate to Pressroom Manager immediately of any material shortages, defective material/components, mechanical issues, excess spoilage, or incomplete job information.
• Clean plate, cylinder, and ink pans, and lubricates press as needed.
• Input all required information for material usage and time in an accurate and prompt manner.
• Maintain high efficiency according to established rates during operation of the assigned press.
• Understand the components and functions of the basic flexographic printing press, including the unwind, infeed, drying, outfeed, rewind, register, impression setting, and inking systems.
• Effectively communicate and interact professionally with all people in the work environment.
• Help build and maintain a positive work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.

1. 1.5 years of flexographic printing operator experience.

2. Be able to grasp how to clean and carry out basic maintenance of all equipment supporting press operations.

3. Have a basic understanding of how to read a tape measure.

4. Be capable of understanding the concept of ink viscosity and monitor viscosity consistency throughout the entire job.

5. Be capable of learning about the cleaning and maintenance of press ink chambers and components.

6. Be capable of learning about the cleaning and maintenance of Ink pumps and hoses.

7. Be able to learn about inventorying, monitoring, and returning inks when jobs are completed.

7. Willing to learn beyond the Press Apprentice duties and be mentored as a Press Operator.

8. Previous experience with operating forklift is recommended.

WHAT JET PACKAGING GROUP OFFERS YOU:

Work in a safe, friendly, and enjoyable environment.

Highly competitive wages.

Health, dental, and vision plans.

Supplemental insurance plans through AFLAC.

Paid vacation time.

Paid holidays.

401K plan.

Liberal break policy.

A bonus for referring friend(s) to Jet Packaging Group.

At Jet Packaging Group, we invest in our employees with continuous and regular training for improvement and advancement.

The opportunity to help create packaging for recognizable brand names.

Jet Packaging Group ais always looking for talented people who want to grow and excel in a continually changing and expanding industry. Come be a part of our family!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Flexographic Press Operator: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person