Press Operator

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the safe operation and leadership of a printing press and the crew assigned to it.

• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures while ensuring all team members work within the safety guidelines as established by Magnera.
• Complete safety orientation and forklift certification training.
• Demonstrate an understanding of our product, customer specifications and visual inspection requirements.
• Collect and document specific data.
• Demonstrate basic math skills, both metric and standard.
• Ability to use color measuring instruments for monitoring color (Gretag).
• Measure and monitor ink viscosities and its effect on color.
• Basic color theory and control in multi-color printing.
• Apply measurement and data to identify root causes and solve problems.
• Use applicable statistical tools when and where necessary.
• Effectively communicate and interact professionally with all people in the work environment.
• Understand the importance of and respect and maintain the confidentiality of the company and customer.
• Utilize teamwork in order to fulfill job requirements and process improvement.
• Apply general computer skills (i.e., Shop Floor, Quality Windows, etc.)
• Effectively train new team members.
• Understand the components and functions of the basic flexographic printing press, including but not limited to the Unwind, Infeed, Drying, Outfeed, Rewind, Register, Impression setting, Port-a-lift and Inking systems.
• Apply general makeready procedures for flexographic printing.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret Job Discrete Routing Sheets and how to identify raw materials by part numbers.
• Recognize, identify, and communicate problems in specific terms (troubleshooting).
• Effectively transfer information between shifts.
• Understand and interpret MSDS sheets.
• Understand SOC sheets and how to properly fill out.
• Demonstrate good housekeeping and organizational skills.
• Ensure proper solvent and ink handling procedures are implemented and followed.
• Ensure proper hazardous waste handling procedures are implemented and followed.

Qualifications

Education: High School  Diploma or GED preferred

Experience: Three to five years manufacturing experience operating a flexographic printing press required.