What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRESS HELPER position at Inovar Packaging?
Job Title: Production Support Technician / Press Helper
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Join Our Team!
Amherst Label, an Inovar Packaging Group, LLC Company, is proud to be one of North America’s premier flexographic and digital printing companies, dedicated to the success of our employees and customers. We invest in the latest equipment and technology, continually seeking the best strategies and solutions to deliver cutting-edge, top-quality products. Our culture is customer-driven, team-oriented, and built on win-win partnerships.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short/long-term disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a generous company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
- Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding company
- A collaborative and innovative work environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Mount printing plates for upcoming orders.
- Pull and file plate files accurately.
- Mix inks according to job specifications.
- Pull dies for upcoming jobs and return them to shelves when done.
- Wash all ink trays, splashguards, and overflow pans.
- Ensure press areas are clean and organized, empty trash from production, screen print, finishing, and stockroom areas.
- Maintain an adequate supply of consumables and complete monthly inventory.
- Assist with press operations, sheeted jobs, major cleanups, and press setup.
- Move product to finishing as needed.
- Complete daily time sheets indicating time spent on each task.
- Clean aniloxes using the anilox cleaning machine.
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to job functions and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Backup press operators as needed.
- Adhere to all company policies and safety regulations.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
- Math Skills: Ability to measure items, work with fractions, and file numerically.
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of inventory and manufacturing software preferred.
- Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift/move up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl occasionally.
- Requires close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color recognition, and ability to adjust focus.
- Work Environment:
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
- Noise level is typically moderate.
- Personal Attributes:
- Strong team player with a strict work ethic.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow instructions and multi-task.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
Inovar Packaging Groups, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. All job offers are contingent upon passing pre-employment screening, including a drug test and background check.
