2nd Shift Flexo Press Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently recruiting for a Flexo Press Operator to join our Production Team!  In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. This position offers onsite training and the opportunity to learn a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry.  The company offers employees unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press. Fills ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.

Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.

Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead-to-lead and runs down approval strip.

Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections such as print to print out of register, print to die out of register, missing impression, ink starvation or color adjustments, making adjustments as necessary.

Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required.

Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity.

Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must have a strong background in the fundamentals of flexography.

Must be able to apply written and verbal instructions to machine set-up.

Must demonstrate reliability.

Thorough knowledge of problem-solving issues at press level.

Ability to work professionally and independently on assigned tasks to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Knowledge of general machine operator techniques and equipment.

Ability to read a ruler.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent.

Vocational/technical degree and for equivalent experience helpful.

Why work with us? Take a look at all we have to offer!

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Comprehensive and Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance

Additional Benefits – Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life, Accident and Critical Illness Coverage Plans

Excellent 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution

We pride ourselves in investing in our employees by offering onsite training and the ability to have unlimited growth potential within our organization

We believe in rewarding our employees with performance-based salary increases