Digital Press Lead Operator

About the Role Georgia-Pacific’s Hummingbird facility in West Chester, OH is seeking a Digital Press Lead Operator for an emerging opportunity within our Corrugated Packaging business unit. The successful candidate will coach and lead digital press operators, while also operating themselves, in our state-of-the-art roll to roll inkjet web press operation, which is the first of its kind in the United States. There are plenty of growth opportunities at Georgia Pacific’s Hummingbird facility, as we believe in promoting from within and setting candidates up for success. What You'll Do

• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist Supervisor in leading, mentoring, and developing shift employees utilizing our Principles-Based Management philosophy to improve capability and value creation.
• Lead the shift to ensure safety, quality and productivity in the supervisor’s absence.
• Ensure equipment operation and finished product meets defined standards and targets.
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed safety, quality, production, and waste goals.
• Operate and safely work around mobile equipment.
• Communicate effectively on shift with others and via email as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform adjustments accurately, efficiently, and according to procedures, minimizing unexpected downtime and maintenance calls.
• Performing regular preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Monitor the process to maintain quality and inspecting the final product for quality, noticing any subtle differences in color, to include shades of color and brightness.
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in an industrial environment. What We're Looking For
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating and/or supervising in a manufacturing/press environment.
• Ability to work extended hours, flexible shifts, and weekends as needed.
• Strong safety mindset with commitment to PPE compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with shift team and supervisors. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary starts at $33.00/hour, with the opportunity to earn up to $35.50/hour based on experience and qualifications.
• An additional $2.00/hour shift differential for second shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM).
• Overtime opportunities, paid vacation after 6 months of service, tuition reimbursement, health and dental benefits, paid time off/holidays, and a 401k with employer match.