What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at The Judge Group?
Our client is currently seeking a Press Operator / Pressman for their state of the art manufacturing plant on the north side of Nashville. The Pressman will guide the direction and utilization of the press. The Pressman is responsible to ensure that flexographic plates and correct stock are staged at the press for an effective and efficient change over as well as compliance requirements associated with the department procedure.
This is a night shift position but they would like candidates who are flexible to move to day shifts. This position works 12 hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule so this person will receive 8 hours of OT every pay period on their normal schedule. Candidates with previous printing experience will be given heightened consideration
Interested candidates should contact Lee Douglas @ 610 639-6573 or email a current resume to LDouglas@judge.com
This job will have the following responsibilities:
- Assist in Coordination of print orders and trials according to the schedule.
- Preview and validate the schedule by confirming the job jacket has been provided with the correct job instructions.
- Ensure that the job jacket contains reference material for copy and color verification and approval.
- Understand and execute the Customer print quality and sampling protocol.
- Assist the press operator in print diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Assist the press operator in print trials.
- Perform all external activities while the current job is running to facilitate an efficient change over.
- Directly responsible for the operation of the rewind stand, slitting blades and roll tension.
- Read and understand the work order.
- Locate the print sleeves and make sure they match the work order.
- Verify coating requirements according to job instructions.
- Verify print position on the roll as well as slitting requirements.
- Check the condition of the plates and the anilox rolls needed.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma
- Associates / Bachelors degree preferred
- Two years’ experience working within the printing industry very desirable
- Must complete Safety Orientation, Departmental Safety Training and OSHA Standards Training
- Work experience with computers and other business equipment
