What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Machine Operator position at Label Productions?
Job Summary:
The Machine Operator will work under the direction of the Production Manager and will safely control various machines and equipment involved in production.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Operates machinery in accordance with work order specifications.
· Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
· Reviews work orders and quality forms to understand the scope and parameters of print jobs and ensures jobs run correctly according to art content, sizing, and spacing.
· Adjusts machine according to correct specs and uses correct materials such as paper, film, dies, plates, lamination, varnish, etcetera.
· Ensures each print job meets quality standards and when necessary, works with the graphics team on color matching.
· Closely monitors the machine to maintain quality of work and completes the required paperwork for each printing job.
· Informs supervisor of problems with equipment or materials.
· Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Ability to operate or to quickly learn to operate assigned machine and learn types of material to use per job.
· Strong math skills to calculate footage and quantities while operating machine.
· Ability to follow instructions and maintain safety.
· Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
· Excellent attention to detail.
· Previous machine operator experience preferred.
· Previous experience working with Mark Andy or Xeikon digital presses highly preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Physically able to operate machine and tools.
· Prolonged periods of standing while operating machine.
· Able to bend & kneel frequently.
· Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm, overtime as needed.
Pay range: $18 - $20 per hour depending on experience.
Classification: Nonexempt
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20