Position : Press Operator

Salary : $25.36 plus a $2.00 shift differential

Shift : Night shift : 7pm - 7am; rotating 2-2-3 schedule

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for meeting and exceeding machine production goals.
• Assumes full responsibility for the complete operation and production of the press, including the quality of all printed material.
• Responsible for the direction and performance of the press assistant, including the continuous training of the assistant in his / her duties which includes being able to run the press in absence of the Operator with minimal assistance.
• Assumes responsibility for print job set-up including plates : sleeves, ink match, make ready, anilox rollers, and verifying film.
• Assumes responsibility for the print quality including : print position, correct copy, UPC codes, register, and impressions.
• Places roll tickets and weights on each roll. Maintains accurate records will be maintained in Shop Floor computer.
• Returns all inks, plates / sleeves, film, etc. to the proper locations with proper identification upon completion of an order.
• Reports damaged or excessively worn plates to the Shift Leader for replacement.
• Demonstrate understanding of setup and use of web monitoring system
• Demonstrate complete understanding of the sequence of the make-ready process
• Understand tension controls and how they apply to different substrates
• Learn how to set proper impression on plate and anilox and be able to demonstrate.
• Demonstrates the ability to draw off all bag dimensions for finished / converted bags.
• Demonstrate ability to properly adjust dot gains and densities based on readings to match proof
• Work with maintenance to understand operator based maintenance for the machines and how to perform the requirements
• Handle Hazardous Waste using the procedures you have been trained on.
• Performs other duties as directed or requested by Shift Leader or Production Manager.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits :

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Last updated : 2024-05-03