What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Discount Labels?
Description
The Press Operator is responsible for producing printed orders in the most efficient manner, maximizing time while minimizing waste. Setting up the press, including the installation of paper, cylinders, perf wheels/blades and ink to print quality product that meets production and customer specifications. Making adjustments to speed, tension, ink, viscosities, etc. as needed to achieve high standards of quality printed product.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Sets up and prints label jobs on printing press with minimal waste in a specific priority order determined by the Press Supervisor
- Completes daily score sheets by recording the amount and type of work performed
- Cleans printing press at the end of each shift
- Maintains press and other equipment
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions
- Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment with one or more unpleasant or hazardous conditions including but not limited to exposure to dust, dirt, high noise levels, chemicals, etc. 21% to 50% of work time.
- Incumbent constantly required to walk, stand, grasp, reach, push/pull, bend, stoop, twisting and use of manual dexterity for prolonged periods of time.
- Incumbent regularly required to hear, speak, and use color vision.
- Incumbent regularly required to carry and lift up to 75lbs.
- Work with rotating equipment, hazardous equipment, and safety sensitive equipment
- Must be able to stand for the majority of shift
- Short distance walking required with rolls to be placed on shipping table.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, grasp and reach frequently.
- Must be able to differentiate between color variance.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Must be able to perform well under deadline constraints and meet quality standards.
- Must be detail oriented and have excellent, quality driven work habits.
- Willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, and if needed, holidays and weekends.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
- HS Diploma or GED required.
- Must be able to pass drug screen and background check.
Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions
- Manufacturing environment – exposure to some hazardous conditions but not limited to dust, dirt, high noise levels, chemicals, etc. Safety regulations in place following OSHA guidelines.
- Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Required to sit, stand, reach, bend and move about the facility including office and production areas; may be required to lift up to 20 pounds
- Company Paid Benefits:
- 10 paid holidays
- Starting 2 weeks vacation at an accrued rate
- MDLive – Telemedicine*
- Life insurance*
- Long term disability insurance*
- Employee assistance program (EAP)*
- Company Offered Benefits:
- Dental*
- Vision*
- 401(k) – first of the month after 90 days of employment – auto-enroll at 3%
- Short term disability*
- Voluntary life insurance*
- Flexible spending account – health care and/or dependent care*
- Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and accident insurance*
- Company Subsidized Benefits:
**Medical**
** Benefit will be available on the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
** Benefit will be available after 90 days of employment
About Us
Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive, flexographic and shrink sleeve labels for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals.
The company’s rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn’t it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say “we make that label”!
Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure. We welcome you to consider being a part of this great team.
We’re passionate about leaving the planet better than we found it. But we can’t do it alone. We need trailblazers, independent and outside-the-box thinkers. People who are eager to learn, eager to succeed and have a passion for working as a team to solve technical and creative challenges.
At Brook Whittle, we have the opportunity to do impactful work each and every day.
AAP/EEO Statement
Brook & Whittle LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook & Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Brook & Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook & Whittle LTD’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction.
