Technician - Plate Making

ProAmpac is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Rocky Mount, VA facility! 

About the Company - ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.

Company Perks

• Competitive starting pay plus pay increases after 3,6, and 9 months. 
• Generous shift differential for night shifts
• Recognition & bonuses for being a valued and reliable team member
• Advancement Opportunities, a place to build your future
• Multiple Bonus Programs (Attendance, Safety, and Referral)
• Gas Stipend for those who drive more than 20 miles one way

Outstanding Benefits

• Competitive wages, shift premiums, promotions from within
• 11 paid holidays
• Excellent PTO (Vacation and Personal Time) – Available after 60-days
• Full Benefits including Medical| Dental | Vision |Disability Insurance
• 401k
• Wellness program that gives back money for leading a healthy lifestyle

 

  Primary Duties

• Handle movement of polymer materials from one machine to the next. Ability to move flat material sizes up to 50" x 80" is a must
• Create and process printing plates using digital or manual imaging methods according to job specifications.
• Use specialized equipment such as imagesetters, plate processors, and exposure units to produce high-quality plates.
• Check for defects, registration accuracy, and image clarity before releasing plates for pressroom use.
• Understand customer requirements, layouts, and specifications provided on work orders or job tickets.
• Manage raw plate materials, chemicals, and supplies, ensuring proper storage and minimal waste.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of plate-making machinery to ensure consistent output.
• Document plate specifications, production times, and maintenance logs for quality control and tracking.
• Communicate with prepress operators and pressroom staff to ensure seamless production workflows and resolve issues.
• Use PPE, handle chemicals safely, and adhere to company and regulatory safety protocols.
• Manage time efficiently to meet production deadlines and minimize press downtime.
• Inspect plates for adherence to quality standards and customer specifications
• Prepare packages for shipping while attending to special customer requirements  
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc
• Handle multiple jobs in various production stages
• Adhere to quality control procedures
• Ability to multitask and work in deadline orientated environment
• Visual acuity to written material and plate detail
• The use of ordinary hand tools, and a strong understanding of various measuring tools and the physical ability to lift is essential, as is a dedication to quality 

Requirements

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), and Outlook email and calendar capabilities.
• Experience and understanding of the flexo plate making process preferred
• Prior experience in a printing environment is beneficial
• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is required
• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
• Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment

Pay range $16.00 - $19.00 per hour with wage progression

 "Notice: This position is subject to both preemployment and post-employment (random) drug testing. Additionally, we will conduct drug and alcohol testing in cases of reasonable suspicion and post-accident as deemed necessary.

 

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