Experienced Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

About the role

The Printing Press Operator on 3rd shift is an essential member of the team, responsible for the manufacturing of printed labels while continuously monitoring label quality and press conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provides immediate support when press or finishing process is down and operates equipment as needed
• Provides input and assistance to employees and management team on technical issues, problems, and potential resolution(s) in a timely manner
• Reviews job tickets and verifies needed supplies are available and used as specified
• Ensures that product is printed per customer specifications
• Provides second sign-off for operators regarding Quality inspections as needed
• Counsels training on safety, SOPs, and standard work
• Encourages participation in continuous improvement efforts to ensure waste reduction, cost savings, etc.
• Cascades critical information such as new techniques, procedures, practices, and guidelines to appropriate individuals
• PARTNERS WITH SHIFT SUPERVISOR ON KEY TECHNICAL ISSUES, INCLUDING NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS, CUSTOM SERVICES, COST MANAGEMENT, AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED and/or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Previous technical resource experience in a printing production environment, with two-five years of press operator experience
• Two to five years as a printing press operator experience with Mark Andy P5s

Preferred Skills

• Strong written/verbal interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend instructions
• Basic computer skills; will train on site-specific software
• Strong initiative, problem-solving, and resourcefulness
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate priorities simultaneously; good time management, planning, and organizing skills

Physical Demands

• Works in a manufacturing environment and will be required to wear hearing, foot, and/or other personal protective equipment while performing duties in a manufacturing setting
• May, on a continuous basis, stand for a long period of time and stoop, bend, and kneel frequently
• May handle, feel and reach for items in and around work area and continuously grasp product from a conveyor for up to 10 hours
• Moderate to frequent walking and lifting and/or moving up to 40 lbs. repetitively is required

Specific Vision Abilities Required by this Job

• Close & distance vision, ability to adjust focus, and ability to distinguish color variations
• Peripheral, and depth perception

Nocturnal Shift

• The noise level in the work environment is usually medium to loud
• MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK VARYING SCHEDULES AND HOURS AS NEEDED

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)

Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating holidays