Junior Flex Press Operator

Job Summary: As a member of the Press Operations Team, the Press Operator is responsible for the efficient daily operations of the multicolor printing press. Duties/Responsibilities: Essential Functions: • Perform setups and run all required production according to specifications. • Performs daily safety inspections of the press and ensures that the press and press area is free of safety hazards • Acts as mentor and trainer to Press Helper trainees • Conducts quality and quantity audits of products being printed to ensure products meet specifications. • Performs all necessary administrative work associated with the various print runs. • Cleans, maintains, and troubleshoots the printing press and ancillary equipment • Responsible for ensuring the press area is kept clean, orderly, and operational. • Consults with appropriate supervisors regarding operational issues. • Depending on the print run, operator is responsible for pushing and turning raw stock materials and finished rolls weighing in excess of 1000 pounds. • Wrap and change rolls on the press. • Carries, lifts, and pours 40 – 50-pound ink buckets into the press ink trays as often as necessary and conduct appropriate clean-up. • Set-up and change press gears as needed. • Perform webbing of the stock materials on the press • Lift and change shafts on the press as necessary • Climb ladders to access and wash the press drum area. • Assists other operators as needed. • Uses “Best Practices” regarding setup time and minimizing waste • Must utilize required PPE and work in a safe and ethical manner while maintaining high quality standards at all times. • Understand and comply with all Lockout/Tag Out procedures. • Enter production, material, labor, and quality data into appropriate systems. Additional Functions: • Blends or adjusts inks as needed. • Ensures that waste ink and oil is disposed of according to material handling specifications. • Assist in the development of new products and designs. • Meets with customers as needed. Education: A minimum of a HS diploma or GED is strongly preferred. Experience: At least 3 years wide web Flexographic Press Operator/Helper experience. Skills and Abilities: • Must be able to pass a color blindness test • Possess exceptional mechanical and communication skills • Work with minimal supervision • Ability to consistently follow detailed instructions • Must be physically fit due to nature of the work • Ability to work with and understand computers • Strong math skills Special Equipment • Must wear all appropriate personal protective equipment.