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Press Operator

GPA
La Grange, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/2/2025

GPA, as part of the Fedrigoni Group, is the market leader in substrate solutions for offset, digital, and wide-format printing, with a comprehensive offering of pressure-sensitive papers, printable films, eco-friendly substrates, digital and specialty papers, and more. Our foundation is built on consistently delivering a wide variety of superior products that help our partners and clients innovate and shape the printing industry. It is our continued focus on developing innovative solutions for our customers and their businesses, combined with the commitment to provide the best products in the marketplace that has positioned us as the industry leader.

We are currently looking for a Press operator, to join our team at our headquarters in McCook, IL headquarters.

The ideal candidate for this role is a detail-oriented and independent individual with strong experience operating manufacturing equipment, preferably in a printing or coating environment. They should demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues. A focus on safety, quality, and efficiency is essential, along with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment and meet production goals.

Primary Function :

Operate printing press using a patent coating for the print industry.

Produce a high-quality product. Communicate any issues with quality and or equipment to their supervisor.

Follow daily production schedule and run equipment within 85% of planned production rates.

Monitor and update the production reporting system. This includes recording downtime and creating work orders in the system.

Interact with department management in a way to promotes corrective actions and increased safety.

Exhibit positive leadership in a manner consistent with the GPA Mission, Core Values, and Annual Corporate Objectives.

Primary Responsibilities :

Operate and changeover the printing equipment based on the size job scheduled to be produced.

Monitor and gain a first piece sign-off by the quality manager or production supervisor after the changeover is completed and before running production.

Monitor material quality coming into the press area, and contact the supervisor when the material is questionable.

Monitor pallet counts and record / communicate all discrepancies.

Safely operate various pieces of equipment in the department.

When moving material in and out of production, verify the accuracy of the quantities, labels, and part numbers against inventory and production information.

Ensure that the material required for the next day’s production is staged in the WIP Area or at Equipment for the start of the next shift.

Follow shut down process at the end of the shift.

Maintain a clean work area by cleaning equipment, and sweeping in accordance with daily and weekly housekeeping standards.

Assist in performing Inventory cycle counts when needed.

Be flexible and provide backup to other functions as needed.

Position Requirements :

A high school diploma or GED is desired, and some college or continuing education is strongly preferred.

Highly effective organizational skills and the ability to be detail and process-oriented.

Strong manufacturing equipment experience is desired.

Works independently, with little direction.

Excellent judgment (problem-solving) and the ability to build trust and collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers.

Works well under pressure, and can operate successfully in a fast-paced working environment.

Ability to lift and handle cartons weighing in excess of 50 pounds consistently throughout the day

Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed

Ability to fill in for people that are absent

All post-offer candidates will be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen before they can begin employment.

GPA offers a competitive compensation package, medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and much more.

Relocation is not available for this position.

GPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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