Flexo Press Operators (ALL SHIFTS)

Position Summary:
Responsible for set up and running of presses while maintaining print quality per customers specifications.

Essential Functions:.
Follow procedures outlined in ISO documentation.
Follow all Safety and Housekeeping procedures.
Coordinate with materials handler on large runs for material
handling issues.
Read and follow Quality Plan and blueprints
Handle and inspect material per ISO procedures.
Set up presses per procedure for 1 to 6 colors
Use densitometer to achieve color OK per Quality Plan.
Achieve proper print quality and maintain per customer
specifications.
Inspect product for non-conformances during press run.
Check for print register and maintain throughout press run.
Flag defects on roll when possible during run.
Perform a wash up process at end of each print run.
Start up and enter data into Data Collection for all processes.
Label any unprinted material and return to Material Handling
Department
Deliver printed job to next process upon completion.
Responsible for inks, plates and materials used for setup.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED
3 years experience running flexographic presses (preference for
Mark Andy or Webtron)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Good mathematical or calculation skills (for measurement)
Ability to read blueprints desirable
Reading ability (to understand work order)
Team oriented
Self-motivated and willing to learn
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Good attention to detail
Graphic arts or printing background helpful

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
The physical demands described represent 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 employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, stoop kneel, and crouch. The employee is occasionally required to balance or crawl.
The employee is required to regularly reach with arms and hands; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls. Hands and fingers frequently perform repetitive motion. Occasionally the employee will use arms and hands to balance and climb.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to and over 100 pounds with the help of equipment.
This job requires close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to regularly talk and hear.