Press Operator

Responsibilities

• Complete safety orientation and forklift certification training.
• Demonstrate an understanding of our product, customer specifications, and visual inspection requirements.
• Collect and document specific data.
• Demonstrate basic math skills, both metric and standard.
• Ability to use color measuring instruments for monitoring color (Techkon).
• Measure and monitor ink viscosities and its effect on color.
• Basic color theory and color control in multi-color printing.
• Apply measurement and data to identify root causes and solve problems.
• Use applicable statistical tools when and where necessary.
• Effectively communicate and interact professionally with all people in the work environment.
• Understand the importance of respect and maintain the confidentiality of the company and customer.
• Utilize teamwork to fulfill job requirements and process improvements.
• Maintain general computer skills (i.e., JDE, Quality Windows, etc.).
• Effectively train new team members.
• Understand the components and functions of the basic flexographic printing press, including but not limited to the Unwind, Infeed, Drying, Outfeed, Rewind, Register, Impression setting, Port-a-lift and Inking systems.
• Adhere to changeover procedures for flexographic printing.
• Read and interpret Job Travelers and identify raw materials by part numbers.
• Recognize, identify, and communicate problems in specific terms (troubleshooting).
• Effectively transfer information between shifts.
• Understand and interpret MSDS sheets.
• Understand SOC sheets and properly fill out.
• Ensure proper solvent and ink handling procedures are implemented and followed by everyone.
• Ensure proper hazardous waste handling procedures are implemented and followed by everyone.
• Must have the flexibility to adjust breaks and lunch times based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum [Highschool Diploma/GED]
• Experience: Three to five years of manufacturing experience required. Three to five years of flexographic printing press experience preferred.
• Physical/Cognitive Requirements: Work is performed in a plant environment with frequent contact with others. Requires prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping and stretching, manual dexterity, the ability to distinguish letters, occasional lifting, and the use of equipment.
• Competencies: Knowledge of skills in the use of office machines (computers and copiers) and business procedures. Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude and experience.