Production Associate- 1st Shift

About Graphic VillageGraphic Village has been a leader in commercial printing and creative solutions since 1921. With three production facilities across three states and a headquarters in Cincinnati, we are the largest independent print solutions provider in the Greater Cincinnati region. Our services range from customized printing and packaging to direct mail, large format, branded merchandise, creative services, and cost-effective fulfillment solutions.At Graphic Village, we partner closely with our clients to deliver strategic, high-quality solutions that transform creative ideas into impactful results. We combine craftsmanship, innovation, and collaborative expertise to create award-winning experiences while continually investing in our people, technology, and community.Summary/ObjectiveThe Production Associate position is responsible for supporting a variety of production functions and departments including, stripping paperboard cartons, performing bindery fulfillment, etc. The Production Associate position supports a machine operator to ensure maximum quality, productivity, and accuracy.Essential FunctionsMaintain safety standards while working on equipmentUsing a hammer, air hammer or other scrapping device to remove excess material from pre-scored paperboard cartons.Place stripped cartons neatly on palletKeep clean, safe work environmentReads and follows directions as indicatedWatch for quality of the printsCounts products for accuracyBoxes items for shipmentPerforms hand fulfillment duties such as folding boxes, hand inserting documents or other materialsSupports other departments as neededCompetenciesAbility to read and write EnglishAbility to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organizationAbility to follow directionsAbility to work independentlyAttentive to detailExcellent Attendance requiredBasic computer skillsRequired Experience And EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalentPreferred Experience And EducationDirect mail, packaging, print experience preferredWork Environment Subject to Heat -The worker is subject to heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.Subject to Noise -The worker is subject to sufficient noise to cause worker to shout in order to be heard above noise level.Subject to Hazards- The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity of moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles or fork lifts, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for the full shift; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; may occasionally climb stairs. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required dependent upon business necessity.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.BenefitsGraphic Village offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurance and company-paid disability401(k) plan with company matchA collaborative and innovative work environmentAAP/EEO StatementGraphic Village is committed to using recruiting and hiring techniques that attract a diverse pool of applicants. We will use selection criteria, processes and techniques that are fair; that identify quality applicants with the necessary skill set for success; and that have no adverse impact on minorities, women, disabled persons or members of other protected classes.It is Graphic Village policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital, military, veteran or citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or any other status protected by law.E-Verify StatementWe are an E-Verify participating employer and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.