What are the responsibilities and job description for the Printing Press Helper position at Smurfit Kappa?
Responsible for assisting the operator in all activities associated with running the printing press including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.
Primary Duties
- Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
- Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on Flexo accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques
- Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run
- Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured
- Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print
- Check anilox rolls for damage
- Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed
- Assist First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers with job duties on the machine
- Cross-train on other machines
- Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data
- Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment
- Switch duties with First Helper as necessary
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
- Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor
- May be assigned to other projects and duties
