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Press Assistant (1st & 2nd shifts) *NEW*

Posted Date: April 11, 2025

Status: Full Time

Synopsis: Empower, a subsidiary of Wausau Coated Products, Inc, is currently seeking candidates for Press Assistant positions.

Under the direction of the machine operator, the Assistant is responsible to keep the equipment supplied with raw materials in order to ensure equipment maintains non-stop production. The Assistant is also responsible to keep accurate inventories of raw materials brought to the equipment (cycle count) and test materials to ensure customer specifications are met.Empower, a subsidiary of Wausau Coated Products, Inc, is currently seeking candidates for Press Assistant positions.

Work Schedule:  1st shift (6:00am-2:00pm; Monday-Friday) & 2nd shift (2:00pm-Midnight; Monday-Thursday)
Work Location:  2790 N Ranchview Lane, Plymouth MN
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary.
 

·         Follow all Company safety policies and safety procedures in order to maintain a safe work environment.

 

·         Follow all Company policies, rules and regulations.

·         Act as a professional representative of Wausau Coated Products, Inc. at all times.

·         Keep equipment supplied with raw materials.

·         Load materials correctly into equipment.

·         Complete proper testing to ensure customer specifications are met.

·         Inspect materials for defects; i.e. splices, broke, roll damage.

·         Enter data into Company-specific computer system; APEX.

·         Assist machine operator whenever necessary.

·         Store and maintain materials in racking.

·         Maintain a clean and organized work area.

·         Operate a powered industrial truck safety and efficiently.
 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education and/or Experience

·         High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required

·         Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

·         Experience operating a powered industrial truck is preferred.

 

 

Specific Skills, Licensure and Certifications

  • Ability to read and interpret documents, manuals and schedules.
  • Ability to calculate basic math figures, such as addition, subtraction, division.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Average computer skills and ability to learn Company-specific systems.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Confidence and professionalism in representing the Company.
  • Willingness to be a team player.

 
Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk or stand.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; lift and carry; and push and pull.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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