Saddle Stitch Operator Assistant jobs in Franklin, TN

About Welch Packaging:
Headquartered in Elkhart, IN, Welch Packaging was started in 1985 with four employees. Since then, Welch has become one of the most dynamic independent packaging companies in the United States. Welch now has multiple sheet plants throughout the Midwest. Welch Packaging has grown from four employees to over one thousand employees.

With customers at the core of our business philosophy, we have a service discipline that makes us easy to do business with. Through organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit Welch Packaging continues to be a leader in custom packaging solutions.

Welch encourages associates to serve in a variety of civic and charitable organizations. The "Welch Way" involves giving back to our communities. On an annual basis, Welch Packaging contributes to a variety of charities and higher education in the communities in which we serve.

At Welch Packaging, we believe in building boxes, but we don't believe in putting our associates into them! Welch hires people who fit our business culture - people with integrity, a commitment to customer service and a passion for success - and we teach them the packaging business through a comprehensive individualized training and placement program. Welch looks for life-long learners committed to making a difference in the world through their work. Come grow with us!

Interested candidates with strong work ethic, customer focus, and initiative to succeed in a fast paced environment are encouraged to apply! All candidates for this position are subject to an authorized background check and drug screen. The candidate must pass both to become a Welch Packaging Team Member.

In addition to a competitive wage, we offer competitive benefits package that includes a 50% match 401K up to 8% of your contributions, wellness incentives, contributions to your health savings account up to $700, 100% coverage on preventative care benefits including prescription medicines, medical, dental, vision, life and supplement life insurances.

• Meet or exceed standards for safe work conditions and cleanliness with the goal of a completely Injury Free Workplace

• Examine work to detect defects and adjust machinery as needed to correct production problems
• Ensure quality standards and processes are followed to reduce customer complaints
• Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications
• Maximize efficiency of equipment by operating at highest speed and capacity
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping at both machine and facility
• Willingness to learn and assist Operators with job duties on the machine
• Read and interpret all customer specifications to ensure correct customer orders
• Ensure all company safety policies are in effect at all times and report any concerns related to machine repair or maintenance
• Other duties as assigned
• Responsible for unitization per customer specifications
• Responsible for setting and meeting all quality and efficiency standards
• Lead by Example and champion Nashville Box culture via all employee involvement and initiatives by building, improving, and maintaining productive and engaged relationships with coworkers
• Maintain a production schedule to correlate with customer demand
• Complete production reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Other duties as assigned

• Standing continuously, depending on job assignment, for extended periods
• Ability to twist neck and back and fingering frequently (50-100% of the time)
• Ability to balance, stoop, bend, squat, climb, twist, handle, feel, reach above shoulder level, at or below shoulder level, over 18” and to reach to the floor, and kneel occasionally (50-100% of the time)
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. (33-67% of the time)
• Typing and computer skills are a plus
• Requires repetitive use of both hands for simple grasping
• Ability to read, write, hear, see, speak
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature and loud noises
• PPE required: Steel-toed/safety footwear, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Cut-Resistant Safety Gloves as required