Press Operator

Description

Basic Purpose and Function: To Operator the press in the production / conversion of various raw materials into finished printed products. This position is responsible for meeting customer requirements while conforming to company standards for quality and job parameters.

Job Responsibilities

· Working safely in a fast-paced environment.

· Capable of Process printing (up to or above 110-line screens) using C, M,Y,K solvent base inks.

· Knowledge of different anilox rollers and when to use. (200 line to 1200 line anilox rollers)

· Capable of testing print densities and reading dot gains.

· Capable of running printing press with a helper at designated speeds and quality levels.

· Capable of performing set-ups in a timely manner.

· Capable of color matching to PMS colors.

· Some job lifting is required. Hoists are provided for most lifting.

· Adjust machines and components to improve print quality, using knobs, hand wheels, or hand tools.

· Inspects and examines printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications, and external defects using specific test methods and equipment.

· Examines job orders to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, colors, and color sequences.

· Selects and installs cylinders in machines according to specifications

· Monitors the printing processes of presses in order to maintain specified operating levels and to detect malfunctions; make any necessary adjustments.

· Operates equipment at required speed to ensure proper ink coverage, alignment, and registration.

· Loads, positions, and adjusts unprinted materials on equipment.

· Pours ink and other materials into reservoirs of printing units, making measurements and adjustments to control color and viscosity.

· Maintains or adjusts equipment using proper preventative maintenance techniques.

· Blends and tests inks and varnishes according to types of material being printed and work order specifications.

· Cleans and lubricates presses and components using oil, solvents, brushes, and rags.

· Removes printed materials from presses and transports them to storage or finishing areas.

· Ensures the work conducted within the production area is performed in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

  Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in wide web flexographic printing (18” to 52” web width)
• Must maintain timely and regular attendance per company policy
• Must adhere to plant work standards, high quality and productivity standards per plant requirements.
• Consistently meets internal and external customer expectations through teamwork, respect and willingness to help and support others.
• Takes initiative to continually improve performance and work process through feedback, risk taking, problem solving and generating new ideas
• Listens to and follows instructions correctly
• Demonstrates job related skills in verbal and written communication
• Accepts accountability and responsibility for one’s work
• Demonstrates high motivation and energy in working with a sense of urgency in critical situations
• Demonstrates good time management independent of supervision
• Demonstrates flexibility to work varying hours and shifts, to include Occasional to Frequent overtime 

Schedule: 8- hour shift - Day Shift