The Pouch Assistant (PA) position is the first step to launching your career at ePac. This role works with the Pouch Operator to convert high quality pouches for ePac. This is a hands on opportunity and first step in becoming a Pouch Operator in the ever growing flexible packaging industry. The (PA) will perform various manual and mechanical duties to provide assistance in the set up and operation of our pouch machines. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist Pouch Operate with Pouch Machine. Correctly set up and run machine to expedite quality and run speed. Follow all instructions on work order and S. O. P. Maintain Quality control check sheet, and Production and waste reports. Check pouch quality continually during production run. Inform Pouch Operator of any defective material, maintenance issues and safety issues. Stage proper equipment and secondary packaging (boxes, pallets, labels, etc) necessary for production jobs based on production schedule. Clean and maintain equipment in preparation for next production run. Package finished product at one of several workstations as assigned. Make packing cartons and carton labels as required by the Work Order. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination. JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES - Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment. Be able to work safely around operating machinery. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION - Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be flexible in work schedule.