Press Assistant

Shift: This role is 1st Shift, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $25.25 an hour

Shift Schedule:

Scheduled to work 12 hour shifts from 7am - 7pm every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday, which is a 2 week pattern of 4 days on, 3 days off, 3 days on, 4 days off. Only scheduled to work 15 days every month, but with built-in overtime pay!

Position Summary:

Assist press operator with printing press operations and related equipment to meet all safety, quality and production standards. You will report to the Cell Lead and will receive work direction from the Shift Lead and Press Operator onsite in our Maple Grove facility.

Position Responsibilities:

• You are a role model for safety and encourage fellow employees to work safely. Must complete monthly safety, engagement and training activities and be willing to work in a culture built around continuous improvement and change.
• You are a mentor to upskill and train new and developing employees.
• You will remove completed rolls from rewind.
• You will need to push paper roll carts into loading position at press.
• You will assist the operator in preventative maintenance of equipment expectations. Support the operator to maintain the press and all related equipment which may include adjusting ink color, ink and glue viscosity and levels, web the press, to meet safety, quality, 5S, production and shift-end expectations.
• Visually inspect product (printed roll stock and roll formation) at rewind station to assure quality standards for color, registration, patches, print and moisture levels.
• Assist in root cause analysis to aid Press operator in resolving problems.
• Enter information into SAP computer system.
• Check written descriptions of paper rolls and other raw materials to ensure correct material supply at the unwind stands and prepare for splicing.
• Maintain written production and inventory usage records.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications/ Education/Experience:

• Interpret common internal reports and supporting documents.
• Able to lift and carry up to 45 - 55 pounds routinely.
• Climb ladders, reach, and stand frequently.
• Unrestricted color perception
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Anticipated Close Date: January 12, 2025

Location: Maple Grove, Minnesota

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.