The Apstar Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the operator with setting up, running, inspecting and maintaining the machine. The person in this position is expected to learn the next highest job in the line of progression and step-up as needed.

Essential Functions:

Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures

Maintain high efficiency according to established rates during operation of the assigned equipment

Complete required quality inspections per customer specifications and paperwork - quality is the responsibility of all employees

Work with peers to improve quality and performance

Provide an active role in the housekeeping of the assigned area

Understand department communication systems, schedules, time/attendance system and job reporting requirements

Feed printed, labeled or plain corrugated sheets into the machine

Assist operator with machine set up

Perform minor repairs to cutting boards

Ensure the necessary tooling and/or supplies, including ink, is at machine center for set up

Complete color checks using Color Sentry

Input production numbers into BVP Scan WIP tags and/or load tags

Perform quality process control data input & log

Make units the required dimensions and adequately protect products

Identify each unit with proper count and order number, and put load tag on each unit

Perform routine maintenance duties, which includes the rotation of anvils

Repair or assist maintenance in the repair of machine as necessary

Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner

Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business

Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed

Ability to effectively work in teams - meets deadlines and responsibilities to help team meet goals, listens to others and values opinions, promotes a team atmosphere

Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles

Quality of Work - is attentive to detail & accuracy, looks for improvements to work processes and

takes advantage of tools & resources, finds root cause to quality problems

Integrity/Ethics - deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates support of company values

Dependability - meets commitments, works independently, and accepts accountability, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements

Adaptability/Flexibility - adapts to change and adjusts to meet needs, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities as required

Ability to read a tape measure/ruler Good mathematical skills

Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job Troubleshooting skills

Ability to read and count