Flexo Press Operator

Responsibilities:

• Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.
• Fills ink pans, screens, and pumps with prescribed inks
• Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary
• Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead-to-lead and runs down approval strip
• Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections such as print to print out of register, print to die out of register, missing impression, ink starvation or color adjustments, making adjustments as necessary
• Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required
• Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity
• Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards

Key Characteristics:

• Mechanical Aptitude: Able to understand and apply mechanical concepts effectively, follow safety protocols and procedures, work confidently and safely in a manufacturing setting
• Teamwork and Cooperation: Acts as a team player, balances team and individual responsibilities, gives and welcomes feedback, builds positive team spirit
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, develops alternative solutions
• Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining safety
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and positive attitude

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; minimum three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 1 year of narrow-web Flexo printing experience required
• Preferred experience in flexible packaging, screen printing, or label printing/packaging
• Multi-color printing experience preferred
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to read and interpret rulers, scales, and other measurement devices
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.66 - $31.49 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• narrow-web flexo printing: 1 year (Required)
• set up, run, and maintain a flexographic printing press: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Buffalo, NY 14201 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $31