Printing - Set Up Specialist (C Shift, 7pm - 7am)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Printing Shift Supervisor, the Set-Up Specialist/Operator in the Printing Department is responsible for job start-up and on-line adjustments of printing presses for the production runs of rigid plastic containers and lids.

Position Responsibilities

• Colour Match & Registration of All Lid and Base Presses
• Includes all six and eight colour presses
• Sets roller and press pressures
• Registers the print job
• Matches all ink colours to job standard
• Maintains standards for set-up time, scrap and quality
• Completes operator section of the First Article Inspection
• Runs press for two boxes to verify set-up is acceptable
• Signs off on appropriate documentation after checks are performed
• Run Presses
• Performs tear down, wash, set-up of printing presses
• Performs line clearance
• Replaces plates
• Runs all lid and base presses (includes all six and eight colour presses)
• Packs boxes according to customer requirements
• Takes trending tray samples
• Applies labels and stamps every box
• Maintains product quality
• Monitors product quality and adjusts presses
• Follows normal standard work routine
• Visually inspects product on trending tray according to test plan
• Makes necessary adjustments to maintain product quality
• Informs QA as soon as defective product is detected
• Performs product control duties
• Updates job cards
• Enters information on Daily Machine Scheduling and Attainment Board (White Board)
• Performs non-mechanical trouble shooting
• Diagnoses product/process problems and takes appropriate action
• Escalates problems to Cell Leader
• Adheres To Company Policies And Procedures
• Never compromises safety
• Treats fellow Team Members with honesty, respect and dignity
• Mets standards of conduct
• Adheres to 5S, HACCP and Health and Safety rules

Skills/Experience Required

• Educational Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum Experience/Field: Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• Licenses/Permits Required: N/A
• Communication Skills: Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills
• Physical Requirements: Majority of the time spent on the air-conditioned shop floor exposed to a noisy environment. Protective equipment must be worn when required.