Press Operator
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Press Operator

Job description
Global Packaging is growing and we are excited to be adding Flexo Press Operators to our team! Our many long tenured employees are a confirmation that Global is a great place to work. Generous annual pay increases, bonus programs, management who listens to your ideas, and an unrivaled 401k match! Check out our website to learn more about us and the products we make: ------------.

Hours: 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM. We run 24/7 with 12 hour shifts in a 4/3 rotation. Work 4 days, off 3 days, work 3 days, off 4 days.

Weekly pay! Minimum starting rate of $22/hour but could be higher with relevant experience. Annual increases average 4% and could be more for good performance.

We are hiring experienced Flexo Press Operators to produce high quality printed material using flexographic printing presses ensuring compliance with customer specifications for each job. You'll be expected to meet or exceed production goals and to follow all safety programs, policies and procedures.

Efficiently perform job set ups meeting established quality criteria.
Use instrumentation and process equipment to aid in efficient change overs.
Complies with customer specifications for each job, measuring bags as specified and checking quality as required.
Meets or exceeds production expectations for each job produced while minimizing material waste.
Complies with standard operating procedures, quality procedures and safety procedures.
Accurately records production data as required.
Reports any equipment issues or non-conforming product issues to supervisor.
Assists in training other operators and press helpers as needed.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Ability to use a ruler or tape measure to measure in Imperial and metric increments. Must be able to measure to 1/16th of an inch and in millimeters.
Capable of color match visually and using colorimetric instrumentation.
Must have good trouble shooting skills.
Ability to learn, navigate and use all proprietary company and equipment software.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with customers and other employees.
Must possess excellent skills in working in a team environment.
EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience running a flexo press as a Press Operator or Helper is required
Experience in manufacturing environment preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described for Press Operators are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Press Operator is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear, and use standard business equipment, such as computers, calculators, copying and fax machines.

The Press Operator is occasionally required to bend, kneel, climb, push/pull, reach, overhead reach, grasp or crouch. Must be able to work with and around press chemicals (solvents, inks) and occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Must be able to operate push buttons and move plate sleeves. Must be able to work around electricity and in small spaces. Must be able to stand for 12 hour shifts and to work in non-climate controlled environment.

Specific vision abilities required by the Press Operator job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Some heavy lifting and using pallet jack equipment to move full skids required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $22.00 per hour