Entry Level: Flexo Label Press Apprentice

Tri-State Media

Wilmington, OH 45177, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Manufacturing

Full Time

Job Description

About Us:

Veteran owned, family operated for over 25 years, Tri-State Media is a leading manufacturer of industrial labels, tags, and printer accessories. As we experience growth, we are looking to expand our Team with motivated individuals interested in the trades and vocational careers. Our mission is to build a world-class label manufacturing company with small business service, character, and integrity.

Wondering what our Team environment is like? Look no further than our core values, which are embodied by every person at Tri-state Media:

Ownership Mentality: treating it like you own it, where you are the one purchasing it. How would that affect your quality and decision-making?

Service: we make intentional decisions that may not be convenient for us, but assist our fellow team members, customers, and vendors.

Consistency: delivering high quality results with each production run, order, call, and conversation every time.

Craftsmanship: God gives the talent and we give the effort. We take pride in our trade knowledge and our abilities to disruptively innovate.

Job Description: Flexo Label Press Apprentice

If you have no experience, do not disqualify yourself. Unlike most, in vocational careers, we prefer internal training. For people that thrive in a fast pace, hands-on environment, this may be the opportunity for you.

In this position, you will train as a Flexo Label Press Apprentice with the goal of becoming a certified Flexo Press Operator, learning the “ins and outs” of label manufacturing and printing with some of the world’s leading equipment and Team.

Training/Post Training Duties:

Set up designated equipment
Independently run machines
Various maintenance requirements
Troubleshooting problems
Ability to print labels
Quality checks
Trained on ISO requirements
Understanding SKUs and job ticket language
Ability to meet minimum footage goals assigned by supervisors
Basic understanding of raw materials

Growth opportunities:

Training period reviews are done within the first month of employment.
After 90 days, candidates who have completed the training requirements and goals listed within their offer letter will be qualified for a raise.
Internal certifications are offered for Level 1-3 Flexo Press Operators.
Opportunity to learn multiple pieces of equipment, making you more valuable to the company.
Raises based on quality, merit, and value added skills with no cap to hourly rates.
If an opportunity arises to learn new equipment or a promotion becomes available, we look at our current Team first.

Job Requirements:

No experience required
Basic arithmetic
Ability to read rulers and understand fractions
Embodiment of core values with a focus on fulfilling our mission
Attention to detail
Minimum education of High school diploma or GED
Timeliness

Physical requirements:

Clean drug screen at all times.
Ability to lift over 100 pounds.
Ability to twist, turn, maneuver, lift, and rotate comfortably.
Ability to stand on concrete for extended periods of time.

Hours:

First shift: Monday - Thursday, 6 AM to 4:30 PM
Second shift: Monday - Thursday, 4:30 PM to 2:30 AM
Some Fridays and Saturdays, depending on workload.

Benefits:

We are not just a company focused on the bottom line. Tri-State Media benefits are meant to encompass mind, body, and spirit. With that in mind, our Team is offered the option to have confidential conversations with Chaplins, and is also given the opportunity to learn more and take part in community ministries/outreach sponsored by Tri-State Media.

401k
401k Employer Match
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision
Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO).
- No set PTO given at the start of employment and no resets. Every regular hour worked counts towards PTO.
Paid Holidays
Christmas shut down from December 24 through January 2.
$2/hour differential for second shift
Referral Bonus for qualified employees. Inquire for details.
Optional: Paid for company outings, lunches, and family events.
Optional: Confidential conversations with Chaplain.
Optional: Company outreach and ministries sponsored by Tri-State Media.

Benefit requirements vary based on each benefit and are outlined in the company handbook and offer letters.

\nCompany Description

Wondering what our Team environment is like? Look no further than our core values, which are embodied by every person at Tri-state Media:
Ownership Mentality: treating it like you own it, where you are the one purchasing it. How would that affect your quality and decision-making?
Service: we make intentional decisions that may not be convenient for us, but assist our fellow team members, customers, and vendors.
Consistency: delivering high quality results with each production run, order, call, and conversation every time.
Craftsmanship: God gives the talent and we give the effort. We take pride in our trade knowledge and our abilities to disruptively innovate.

Company Description

Family owned and operated for over 25 years, Tri-State Media is a leading manufacturer of industrial labels, tags, and printer accessories. As we experience growth, we are looking to expand our Team with motivated individuals interested in the trades and vocational careers. Our mission is to build a world-class label manufacturing company with small business service, character, and integrity.\n\nWondering what our Team environment is like? Look no further than our core values, which are embodied by every person at Tri-state Media:\nOwnership Mentality: treating it like you own it, where you are the one purchasing it. How would that affect your quality and decision-making?\nService: we make intentional decisions that may not be convenient for us, but assist our fellow team members, customers, and vendors. \nConsistency: delivering high quality results with each production run, order, call, and conversation every time.\nCraftsmanship: God gives the talent and we give the effort. We take pride in our trade knowledge and our abilities to disruptively innovate.