Sakurai Press Operator (On Site)

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The Sakurai Press Operator will fill in as needed in all areas of the Production Department. Responsibilities include the operation of manual and semi-automatic transfer screen printing machines, optimizing job assignments and improving throughput. Perform other duties within the Production Department as assigned by the Lead Press Operator or Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Operate transfer printing presses that includes Flatbed, Semi-Automatic & Automatic presses

· Knowledge of screen making – i.e., exposure, meshes, washing & reclaiming, etc.

· Creative printing techniques

· Reads job order to verify quantity to be printed, overrun tolerance, color sequence, and substrate requirements

· Obtains substrate, screen, ink, squeegee, and related supplies needed to produce job

· Set up press according to established company guidelines, safety, and job requirements

· Prints proof sheets to check press setup, registration, ink viscosity and color

· Secures Lead Operator approval following press set-up samples and production run

· Sets dryer for proper gel or cure

· Prints job maintaining optimum production rate, color density, registration, and quality standard within company and customer guidelines and makes press adjustments as required

· Solves printing issues

· Produce R&D run including overruns and production samples

· Completes R&D documentation, printing techniques and results for each test run performed for our records

· Will be assigned other duties as required by management

· Ensures proper cleanliness of press, work station, and immediate press area by returning unused ink to ink room, removing trash, rags and extra press sheets

· Responsible for directing the work of a press helper

· Able to train production press operators on new printing techniques

SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

· 1 year screen printing experience preferred but will consider training the right individual

· Manual flat bed and automated presses (Sakurai)

· Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide

· Documentation skills

· Color theory and color mixing skills

Language Skills:

· Able to read and comprehend simple instructions in English

· Able to communicate effectively in English

Reasoning Ability:

· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

· Able to deal with problems involving a few variables in standard situations

Physical Demands:

· Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear

· Required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch

· Must be able to regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 35 pounds

· Vision abilities include close vision, distance, color, peripheral vision

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, chemicals, and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

What we offer:

· Competitive salary

· Comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental and vision

· 401K Plan

· Paid time off and holidays

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees will also perform other duties as assigned by management as required.

Company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

INSTA Graphic Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

To All Recruitment Agencies: Insta Graphic Systems does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Experience:

• Press Operator: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cerritos, CA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24