Flexo Operator

Summary/Objective

The Flexographic Press Operator’s primary function is to set up and operate flexo presses to produce items consistent with customer specifications.

Qualifications:

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Set up press. Use appropriate dies, inks and other materials as specified by the order.  Load rolls of stock on the press.
• Operate press. Make press adjustments as needed to ensure print consistency, quality and registration.  Verify proper color shades, die cuts, etc.  Ensure items are varnished, glued, and/or folded as needed.
• Mount printing plates properly on cylinders.
• Adjust and mix inks per job requirement.
• Obtain approval of product before press run. Run job at pre-determined run speed.  Maintain waste levels within set parameters.  Unload product at end of line.
• Coordinate press crew efforts with other operators. Train other workers as instructed.
• Maintain safe, clean workstation. Place waste in appropriate containers.
• Maintains clean work area and supports procedures and practices dedicated to ensuring products meet safety requirements, customer required standards and regulatory standards.
• Complete all forms. Maintain records, files, and/or logs as required.
• Assist other employees as instructed.
• Inspect, catch, stack and package material as needed.
• Operate other presses and equipment as requested.
• Training other co-workers as needed for production demands.
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by Lead/Supervisor/Manager.

Competencies

Verbal and written professional communication skill.

Organization skills / Detail oriented /Negotiation skills.

Leadership and management skills.

Initiative/ Problem Solving/Analysis.

Time Management.

Perform basic mathematical skills; adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.