Hood Container Corporation
Converting Lead
Hood Container Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Our Story:
Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, mill-to-market company specializing in containerboard and craft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays, and contract packaging. Our commitment to customer happiness, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence drives our business. Over the last eight years, Hood Container Corporation has grown to become one of the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States. Our integrated company resources allow for a unique dynamic that evolves with every addition to our geographic footprint. We excel at offering the benefits of a large corporation while operating as a boutique business and building close relationships with our customers.
Our Mission : Through our unwavering commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we passionately deliver indispensable value to our customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and stakeholders.
To learn more, visit hoodcontainer.com or check out Hood Container on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube.
What We're Looking for:
Hood Container Corporation is seeking a motivated and experienced individual with strong leadership skills to guide our press team as a
Converting Lead . The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of press operations, die mounting, and rotary cutting dies, as well as a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a team-oriented mindset are essential for success in this role.
Major Areas of ResponsibilityPress productionDie mountingRotary cutting diesPrimary Objectives
Ensure adherence to all company policies (Safety, Production, AIB, ISO, and Quality).Train press employees.Drive continuous production improvements.Specific Responsibilities
Collaborate with scheduling to maintain an efficient workflow in the pressroom.Assist employees in troubleshooting problems, providing coaching for improvements and adjustments.Coordinate with other departments to resolve issues.Perform quality checks throughout the press production area.Cross-train employees to ensure versatility.Attend production and safety meetings.Work with sales service and die mounting teams to ensure print plate quality meets company standards.Maintain rotary cutting die inventory.Perform other job duties and projects as assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong skills in safety, quality control, and training.Working knowledge of production equipment, safety guidelines, and company policies.Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.Basic understanding of Six Sigma principles.Job Conditions & Physical Requirements
Must be able to work in temperature extremes from 40°F to 120°F for extended periods.Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Must be able to push and pull up to 50 lbs.Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent.3+ years of experience as an operator in a production manufacturing environment.Proven experience as an effective communicator and problem solver.Experience in an AIB and ISO-compliant manufacturing environment.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, mill-to-market company specializing in containerboard and craft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays, and contract packaging. Our commitment to customer happiness, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence drives our business. Over the last eight years, Hood Container Corporation has grown to become one of the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States. Our integrated company resources allow for a unique dynamic that evolves with every addition to our geographic footprint. We excel at offering the benefits of a large corporation while operating as a boutique business and building close relationships with our customers.
Our Mission : Through our unwavering commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we passionately deliver indispensable value to our customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and stakeholders.
To learn more, visit hoodcontainer.com or check out Hood Container on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube.
What We're Looking for:
Hood Container Corporation is seeking a motivated and experienced individual with strong leadership skills to guide our press team as a
Converting Lead . The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of press operations, die mounting, and rotary cutting dies, as well as a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a team-oriented mindset are essential for success in this role.
Major Areas of ResponsibilityPress productionDie mountingRotary cutting diesPrimary Objectives
Ensure adherence to all company policies (Safety, Production, AIB, ISO, and Quality).Train press employees.Drive continuous production improvements.Specific Responsibilities
Collaborate with scheduling to maintain an efficient workflow in the pressroom.Assist employees in troubleshooting problems, providing coaching for improvements and adjustments.Coordinate with other departments to resolve issues.Perform quality checks throughout the press production area.Cross-train employees to ensure versatility.Attend production and safety meetings.Work with sales service and die mounting teams to ensure print plate quality meets company standards.Maintain rotary cutting die inventory.Perform other job duties and projects as assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong skills in safety, quality control, and training.Working knowledge of production equipment, safety guidelines, and company policies.Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.Basic understanding of Six Sigma principles.Job Conditions & Physical Requirements
Must be able to work in temperature extremes from 40°F to 120°F for extended periods.Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Must be able to push and pull up to 50 lbs.Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent.3+ years of experience as an operator in a production manufacturing environment.Proven experience as an effective communicator and problem solver.Experience in an AIB and ISO-compliant manufacturing environment.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.