Flexographic Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Brief Description AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions servicing Healthcare, Consumer Brand, and Technology clients worldwide. AWT employs nearly 650 associates and operates facilities in Minneapolis, MN (Headquarters), South Elgin, IL, Hauppauge, NY, Grand Blanc, MI, Anaheim, CA, Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, Winston-Salem and Garner, NC. AWT is the trusted partner for leading brands, delivering comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable solutions with exceptional quality, expertise, and responsiveness. More information about AWT can be found at www.awtlabelpack.com AWT offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, HSA, 401k with match, holidays and paid time off. Night shift Press Operator. Work schedule is Mon/Tues/Wed, Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs - rotating shift - 12 hour days. Hours are 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. First week - work 36 hours, second week - work 48 hours. Additional days and hours may be necessary to meet the needs of our customers. $1.00 Shift differential applies. General Description Of Job Set-up, operate and clean-up flexographic printing and converting presses, producing a product that meets our customers needs while maintaining a clean, safe working environment. Primary Tasks And Responsibilities Wide Web, Central Impression Drum Flexo experience a must.follow ISO SOP’s as trainedfollow daily press scheduleensure that all required paperwork is complete and accuratecolors and registration per specifications within toleranceensure that all components for producing product are at press to ensure job is completely ready to produce from set-up through clean-up conscious of waste through operation (time and material)good working knowledge of inks and pH./viscosity levelsoutput meets customer specificationproduct is neatly stacked off pressgood and bad product is clearly markedwell planned out set-ups and changeoversfor clean-up ensures that all ink is removed from shafts of doctor roll and aniloxanilox rolls cleaned to prevent plugging of cellsall ink cleaned from press and surrounding area when possiblebase rolls kept clean for each job – no tape or debris remaining; gears cleaned as needed Secondary Tasks And Responsibilities performs preventative maintenance as needednotifies supervisor of any inconsistencies with finished product, information, or trouble shooting courteous with support help;participates in the quality and process improvement processwilling to help in other areas of the shop as the need arisesdetailed change over with next shift Requirements Physical Job Demands Able to be on feet for long periods of time; able to lift 50 lbs. or more without restrictions. Skills/Abilities To Meet Job Requirements Must read, understand and speak English language; Ability to read and understand task at hand (job ticket); good working knowledge of ink; able to match colors effectively; able to operate machinery comfortably; able to recognize different types of tooling; good organization skills; able to work with deadlines; able to communicate with others professionally; able to work in a team environment; good sense of what a quality product is; able to trouble shoot problems effectively; forklift trained; safety conscious. Education And Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalent GED; vocational technical education preferred; Minimum 3 years flexo press experience. Summary AWT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all qualified and interested persons to apply for available positions by submitting an application or resume for consideration. AWT will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state and local laws. It is AWT's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please note these job descriptions are 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.