Press Operator

Responsibilities

• Press Setup & Operation: Independently set up and operate printing presses according to job specifications and production schedules.
• Material Coordination: Ensure all raw materials, plates, inks, and anilox rolls are ready prior to each print job.
• Quality Control: Monitor print jobs continuously for quality and consistency, including checking ink viscosity, registration, color accuracy, and overall print clarity.
• Documentation: Accurately complete all required production and quality records, including job sheets and data entry into the system.
• Maintenance & Clean-Up: Perform routine maintenance on press equipment. Clean the press and return all components and tools to their proper locations at the end of each job.
• Team Communication: Collaborate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other departments to ensure smooth production flow and resolve any issues promptly.
• Workplace Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Comply with all OSHA and company safety standards and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret job specifications, instructions, and production orders.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to differentiate colors accurately.
• Physically able to lift, move, and maneuver materials, including bending, twisting, turning, and working in confined spaces as needed.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with continuous noise and machinery.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and recordkeeping.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a print manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with printing press equipment and standard press operations.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with press troubleshooting and maintenance.

Requirements

• Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Benefits

(No specific benefits mentioned)

Pay

Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule

(No specific schedule mentioned)