Printing Press Operator

GENERAL FUNCTION - The operation of a Flexographic printing press. The operator will possess a combination of knowledge, skill, and abilities to carry out work activities related to the operation of the flexographic printing press.

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS - List major activities                 performed.

•           Set up, adjust, maintain and operate a Mark Andy 16" - 20" flexographic press

•           Installs Anilox rollers, plates. inks and dies into proper stations, making necessary adjustments to maintain quality of production.

•           Notifies Supervision of needed repairs and replacement parts.

•           Ensures that assigned equipment is properly maintained and in safe operating condition.

•           Understands all the documents related to the printing process and adheres to specification requirements.

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum - High School Diploma or GED & gave basic computer skills.
  
• Best candidates would have AT LEAST 1-3 years *FLEXO PRINTING* related experience with ability to write and read simple instructions.
  
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions & procedure manuals.
  
• Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
  
• Should be able to perform basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  
• Must be able to maintain good attendance and flexible and willing to work overtime, as needed.
  
• Must be flexible in working any shift.
  
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  
• During the shift Press Operators will be bending and twisting while moving product from workstation to pallet
  
• Press Operators may need to use manual or electric pallets jacks to move skids of products.  This will require pushing and pulling
  

Benefits

·90-day review period after hire where candidates will be assessed for a skill increase.

·After 90-day review period we have an attendance incentive- we give an extra $1.00 on their paycheck for showing up to work without any unexcused absences.

·After 90-day review period subject to all benefits:

oMedical

oDental

oVision (company paid)

oLife insurance policy (company paid) this is one times your salary amount.

oShort Term Disability (company paid)

oLong Term Disability (company paid)

oSafety Shoe Reimbursement- starting day 1

oCompany paid holidays- starting day 1

·401k eligible after 6 months of employment.