Who We Are
Sonderen Packaging is a third-generation, family-owned folding carton manufacturer with a reputation for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service. For more than 60 years, we've partnered with leading brands to create high-quality packaging using advanced printing, custom inks, specialty coatings, and precision finishing. Our success is built on craftsmanship, teamwork, and employees who take pride in producing packaging you'll recognize on store shelves across the country.
Why Join Sonderen?
At Sonderen Packaging, you're more than an employee; you're part of the family. We work hard, support one another and celebrate our successes together. Whether it's recognizing achievements, giving back to our community, or sharing a laugh on the production floor, we've built a culture where people enjoy coming to work.
If you're looking for a company that values your contributions, invests in your growth, and takes pride in doing things the right way, apply today for consideration to be a part of our team!
What We Offer
At Sonderen Packaging, we believe our employees are our greatest investment. That's why we offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to grow your career.
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$500 Sign-On Bonus (if eligible)
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Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunity
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401(k) with up to a 4% company match (eligible after 6 months; immediately vested)
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Four health insurance plan options, each including vision coverage
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Dental Insurance
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Employer-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
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Supplemental Life Insurance
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
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Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays
Swing shift has a $1.00/hour differential as a swing shift employee.
SCHEDULE: Must be able to work the entire schedule of 2PM-10PM Monday through Friday.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Please note that this list is ILLUSTRATIVE only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by an incumbent in this role. Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Assist press operators with setup, operation, and make-readies for printing presses, including plate mounting, ink adjustments, and quality checks
- Prepare and stage printing materials such as inks, coatings, substrates, and job bags with all required information (samples, proofs, color standards)
- Move completed loads to the cutting department staging area
- Monitor press operations for consistency and report deviations; record production data as needed
- Maintain and clean printing equipment, including presses, floors, and catwalks; perform basic maintenance and keep the pressroom organized
- Manage and replenish pressroom supplies, including chemicals, fountain solution, and coating overflow containers; remove old drums and maintain MSDS labels
- Operate the aerator to prep loads and use forklift as needed to retrieve printing supplies from storage
- Support press crews by filling in during absences or staffing shortages and completing tasks assigned by the lead Pressman
- Communicate with other departments to coordinate workflow and material needs and recycling processes.
- Perform all work in accordance with company policies, procedures, practices, values, and standards of conduct.
- Follow safety procedures and practices to ensure a safe working environment for all employees
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance
- Perform other duties as assigned
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to communicate effectively, and discern warning or emergency alarms, including forklift horns.
- Sufficient vision, with or without accommodation to review and read documents, reports, and other job-related information, and observe signage in the plant
- Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation to perform repetitive motions in fingering and hand/wrist/arm movements.
- Ability to frequently push/pull up to 100 lbs.; occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder.
- Ability to stand stationary for up to 2 hours continuously and up to 3 hours cumulatively.
- Ability to walk for up to 5.25 cumulative hours during shift duration.
- Sufficient body flexibility and balance which require repeated bending, stooping, and kneeling motions.
- Ability to bend and twist at the head, neck and waist.
- Ability to occasionally climbs stairs.
- Sufficient attention to concentrate and complete tasks.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Typical working conditions are exposed to moderate noise but at times may be exposed to loud and excessive noise
- Production areas of the facility may include variations in temperature, humidity, odor, dust, fumes, and debris.
- Operation of hand tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other support equipment may be used.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Printing press operations and related machinery used in the production of box cartons.
- Materials handling procedures, including safe handling of inks, coatings, printing plates, and corrugated stock.
- Production workflows and quality control standards in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Preventive maintenance practices and basic mechanical knowledge for identifying and reporting equipment malfunctions.
- Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and documentation requirements for pressroom activities.
- Color matching to assist with achieving accurate print quality under supervision.
Team communication protocols, including effectively relaying issues or updates to press operators and supervisors.
SKILL AND ABILITY TO:
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational procedures and instructions, and policies.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Safely operate pallet jacks and Automatan aerator machines.
- Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Verbally communicate to clearly convey information and feedback to team members and supervisors
- Address concerns promptly to ensure smooth workflow and collaboration
- Demonstrate a cooperative and positive attitude when working with colleagues
- Approach interpersonal challenges with professionalism and a solution-oriented mindset
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- At least one (1) year of experience in printing OR an equivalent combination knowledge, skills, education or work-related experience.
The primary purpose of the Pressroom Assistant is to support the printing process by preparing and maintaining printing presses to ensure accurate, high-quality print production. This role involves assisting with setup, monitoring press operations, troubleshooting minor issues, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment to help meet production deadlines and quality standards. The position reports to and performs work under the general direction of the Printing and Sheeting Manager with guidance and direction from the 1st Pressman.
