Job Description

You have been described as positive, always willing to learn new things and use your skills to be the best team member you can be. You are open-minded, and can solve problems and adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment. You thrive in collaborative spaces, where integrity, respect and partnership are at the heart of all decisions. You are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the world, one small but impactful change at a time.

Does this sound like you? If so, we invite you to apply to our Tempo Community as a Printing Press Assistant!

At Tempo Flexible Packaging, we are inspiring change for the future. As an award-winning leader in the flexible packaging solutions industry, our vision is to be the preferred partner of sustainable and socially responsible flexible packaging solutions in North America. It has been our goal for over half a century to rethink flexible packaging in a sustainable manner, while respecting our heritage, family values and commitment to forward thinking.

Here, we are a team of inclusive, passionate and genuine people. We use our capabilities to draw strength not only from our uniqueness, but also from our diverse team to drive our vision forward. Working within our core values, we have a positive impact on our peers, partners and community.



Sounds interesting? Here's what your day would look like as a Printing Press Assistant at Tempo:

Review the press schedule to retrieve all necessary dockets, artwork, and sleeves from the Mounting department. Determine the correct film type, width, gauge and unwind for each roll, while checking material for quality standards and orientation before loading into machinery. Confirm sludge tanks have room for wash-ups, solvents are filled to appropriate levels, and collecting set-up rolls. Ensure color standards are met through anilox verification and replenishment. Retrieving all necessary inks and solvents for current and upcoming orders. Assist in the calibration of the anilox rollers and viscosities of inks to maintain colours. Return all used inks to proper location as well as dispensing any required ink from the dispenser. Acquire the correct sleeves, rollers, anilox and carriers for current and upcoming orders. Maintain a high level of housekeeping and cleanliness standards by cleaning anilox rollers, ink splashes, sleeves, racking, ink trays, and other applicable units when necessary Rebuild doctor blades, when necessary, accurately track all changes made of chamber and blade changes on assigned press. Daily completion of the Press Assistant Checklist. Protect the health and safety of yourself and others by performing safety circle checks on equipment, creating work orders to repair damaged equipment, and keeping common workstations and areas clean. Work as a team to overcome shift obstacles, exceed daily department targets and celebrate team successes. Promote Tempo's core values by working within all company policies and procedures. Other duties as required by the Printing and Lamination Supervisor or Manager.

We believe in a positive work-life balance - which may look different for everyone. In the spirit of equity and inclusion, employees of Tempo Flexible Packaging receive the following employee benefits and perks:

An environment built on the core values of community, genuineness, integrity, partnership, respect and teamwork. A better work-life balance provided by a flex-life work schedule; employees work three twelve-hour shifts per week, resulting in a minimum of sixteen days off per month! Competitive health and dental benefits, including a flexible healthcare spending account, Employee Assistance Program and employee perks and discounts at a variety of retailers. Employee bonus programs, including attendance, referral, uniforms and health and wellness! RRSP/DPSP matching, investing in your future each pay!

The salary range for this position begins at $20.00/hour, however, the final compensation will be based on many factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialties and training. We strive to be competitive in the labour market, and the above range represents Tempo's good faith and reasonable estimate of the salary range at the time of posting.

Ready to apply? Here's what we need from you:

High School Diploma, or GED Equivalent Past working knowledge or experience working with a variety of Printing environments and equipment, or other transferable machinery skills would be an advantage Ability to adapt to new situations, solve problems, and work with minimal supervision The ability to see and understand colour; experience with colour theory would be an advantage High level of personal integrity and accountability, with mutual respect in dealing and speaking with others A positive outlook, team-oriented mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow as a person and team

Resumes can be submitted online at people@tempoflexiblepackaging.com; we thank all for applying, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tempo Flexible Packaging is an equal opportunity employer; should you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!