Press Operator- Third Shift

About the Role

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. The Press Operator will ensure a quality product using statistical process control methods and troubleshooting techniques. This position provides leadership on a printing press to achieve maximum machine and raw material efficiencies while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. The Press Operator is responsible for directing and leading a printing press and its assigned crew.

Responsibilities

• Complete safety orientation and forklift certification training.
• Demonstrate an understanding of product, customer specifications, and visual inspection requirements.
• Collect and document specific data, including basic math skills (metric and standard).
• Use color measuring instruments (Techkon) to monitor color, measure and monitor ink viscosities, and apply color theory in multi-color printing.
• Apply measurement and data to identify root causes and solve problems using statistical tools.
• Communicate professionally and interact effectively with all team members.
• Maintain respect and confidentiality of company and customer information.
• Utilize teamwork for job requirements and process improvements.
• Demonstrate general computer skills (e.g., JDE, Quality Windows).
• Train new team members effectively.
• Understand components and functions of flexographic printing presses, including 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).
• Transfer information effectively between shifts.
• Understand and interpret MSDS and SOC sheets, including proper completion of SOC sheets.
• Demonstrate good 5S, housekeeping, and organizational skills.
• Ensure proper solvent, ink, and hazardous waste handling procedures are followed by all team members.
• Adjust breaks and lunch times based on production needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of manufacturing experience required.
• Three to five years of flexographic printing press experience strongly desired.
• Knowledge of and skills in using office machines (computers and printers) and business procedures.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.

Schedule

3rd shift: 8:45 PM – 5:00 AM, Monday through Friday.

Working Conditions

• Moderate noise level with frequent excursions into high noise areas.
• Work is performed in a plant environment with frequent contact with others in production, warehouse, and office areas.
• Requires prolonged standing, frequent bending, stooping, stretching, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to distinguish letters and colors.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.