What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Electrical Automation Services?
Location: This position is on-site in Batavia, IL. Please apply only if you live within 30 miles of Batavia.
Electrical Automation Services is seeking a dependable Press Operator to join a stable, long-established production team with no history of layoffs. This role is responsible for safely operating lithographic decorating equipment, maintaining print quality, and supporting production changeovers on a can decorating line. This is a full-time position offering long-term career stability within a strong, established team.
This role works a 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM shift (12-hour shifts) on an alternating schedule that changes weekly, and includes required weekend work. Shifts may be traded with similarly trained teammates as needed. Overtime is paid after 40 hours per week, and double time is paid after 48 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain can decorators to ensure optimum print quality.
- Change plates, inks, and other materials for production changeovers.
- Safely operate lithographic decorating equipment to maximize production output.
- Monitor print quality and identify material-related issues.
- Document material issues and work toward timely resolution.
- Communicate equipment and production concerns with production personnel, management, and the Director of Lithography.
- Work with production personnel to contain suspect or rejected products.
- Perform random quality inspections throughout production.
- Determine production supply needs and secure required materials.
- Document work performed, errors, and equipment faults.
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce scrap and waste.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Complete assigned work accurately and on time.
- Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of production supplies.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, local, and customer requirements.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Foster strong working relationships by communicating issues and sharing ideas with teammates.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
- Previous lithographic printing experience preferred.
- Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule, including weekends and shift rotations.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
- Ability to communicate effectively with teammates, production staff, and management.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Salary : $32 - $38