Job Description

Hood Packaging Corporation has a rich history in North America as a leader in the packaging industry. From day one, our company has been at the forefront in the design and manufacture of a wide range of packaging materials. Our goal at Hood Packaging is to provide a product that is manufactured in a safety conscious environment with attention to high quality, timeliness, and that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We are able to meet our goal every day because we employ some of the best packaging people in the industry. We couldn't succeed without our dedicated employees. If you are looking for more than just a job and you want a career. Consider Hood Packaging Corporation. 

Hood Packaging is currently recruiting for a Operator Press Trainee for our Monticello, AR plant. 

Functional Responsibilities

• Train under Press Operator(s) to learn all aspects of the department and skills to independently operator any press. 
• Assist all operators on shift and fill-in as needed. 
• Effectively work with other associates in the department to promote team spirit.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions by Supervisor.
• Train and work with other operations to effectively to maintain the integrity of the plates. 
• Responsible for inspection of the plates before releasing to Pre-Mounter. 
• Ability to use equipment effectively to maintain the integrity of the plates. 
• Ensure jobs are mounted correctly and compared to the sample bag or blueline for accuracy. 
• Accurately assigns plate mounts and related materials. 
• Responsible for quality, quantity, housekeeping, waste and safety of machine.
• Communicates all pertinent information to Relief Operator on next shift. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor. 

Functional Requirements

• Computer and Printer
• Plate Maker Equipment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. minimum required.  

Skills

• Must be able to communicate in an effective and respectful manner.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend simple math, and understand production order.
• Ability to understand a manufacturing order. 
• Understand the mechanics of the Press and know how to set up Press.  

Hood Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap or any other legally protected status.