PRESS OPERATOR

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Safely produces printed film at accepted quality and productivity standards.  

WORK PERFORMED:

• Perform all responsibilities of an Assistant Operator.
• Perform basic set-up, operation and troubleshooting of at least one type printing press.
• Performs basic quality and line adjustments with little support of others.
• Performs Lead Printer duties with support as needed for vacation coverage, call-ins, etc.
• Gather’s travelers and sleeves from Pre Press and brings to presses.
• Loads/Unloads/Manages Vista Port. May be required to manage more than one press at a time.
• Set-up line for correct wind based on information from press schedule, traveler, and wind chart.
• Set-up defect detection system. Identify issues and make necessary basic adjustments.
• Read schedule and perform changeovers.
• Complete required production and quality records paperwork.
• Maintains high level of Housekeeping in work area.
• Trains others of lower levels.
• Successfully work with teams and team members to achieve department goals.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:

• Minimum 6 months as an Assistant Operator. Any deviation must be signed off by Production Manager.
•  Pass color perception test.
• Advanced knowledge of the manufacturing processes, and machinery.
• Understand all quality procedures.
• Has completed required FTA online training.
• Commit to follow the plant and departmental safety procedures, food safety guidelines and ISO procedure.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Continuous learning will be expected
• Able to work overtime as required