Press Operator / Machine Operator

• $23 - $25 an hour (Based on experience)
• 2nd shift
• Fulltime

Marketplace Professional Staffing is a 27-year-old, locally owned and operated staffing agency, with an outstanding reputation.

We are currently seeking a Press Operator / Machine Operator for a Piedmont, SC company

• $23 - $25 an hour (Based on experience)
• 2nd Shift : 4 : 00pm - 2 : 00am (Monday thru Friday)
• 10 hour shifts
• Mandatory overtime as needed
• Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment

You will be responsible for the following :

• Operate equipment and machines within established guidelines to ensure product meets quality standards; maintain awareness of product quality and adjust process within specifications to attain high quality output.
• Inspecting machine and checking items produced for proper quality specifications.
• Organizing process area to increase production, reduce safety risks and improve efficiency.
• Working with maintenance to improve machine reliability.
• Load and Unload web fed paper rolls.
• Learn material paper grades.
• Collect and inspect random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments.
• Adjust and maintain coater operations.
• Examine job orders to determine quantities to be coated, stock specifications, colors, or special coating instructions.
• Monitor paper feed through press cylinders and adjust feed and tension controls.
• Input production job settings into workstation terminals that control automated coating / printing systems.
• Load presses with paper and make necessary adjustments, according to paper size.
• Monitor automated press operation systems and respond to fault, error, or alert messages.
• Verify that paper and coating meet the specifications for a given job.
• Maintain time or production records.
• Operate in a safe and productive manner.

Qualifications

• 3 years previous machine operation or technician experience in a similar environment is required.
• 3 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous experience with rewinders or slitting preferred.
• Prior experience in rod coating operations or wide printing presses preferred.
• Previous machine operation experience in a paper converting environment preferred.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment which is hot in the summer months and comfortable during cooler weather.
• Must be team oriented and have the ability to lead and direct a team.
• Must be able to lift between 50 to 75 lbs, repetitively without any assistance.
• Must be able to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, reach overhead, twist and bend regularly to complete job tasks.
• Must be mathematically inclined and know how to convert fractions and measurements.
• Must be able to achieve production output in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude is required.

What we offer :

• Overtime Opportunities
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance

To apply for this position, visit us at 704 Congaree Road, Greenville, SC 29607 for open interviews Monday Friday from 8 : 00 AM to 5PM, or call (864)286-3900

You will need to bring two forms of ID & a copy of your resume

Candidates must undergo pre-employment background checks and drug screening.

Marketplace Professional Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule :

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education :

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience :

• Mechanical knowledge : 3 years (Required)
• Basic math : 2 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing : 3 years (Preferred)

Last updated : 2024-04-03