Flexo Press Operator

SUMMARY: Responsible for the completion of assigned job(s) for the shift, on time and in full. The work load will typically be estimated for 7 hours of make ready and production; leaving an hour for cleanup and maintenance. Also responsible for the quality of the products produced and are expected to meet the quality standards for each job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, & RESPONSIBILITES: The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Be primarily responsible for efficiently operating narrow web Flexo converting equipment up to 6 colors; this includes cleaning and maintaining the equipment.
• Set up and make the press ready to include loading of paper, installation of dies, inking, mounting plates and any other adjustments necessary for complete change over.
• Check jobs prior to putting on press as to position of printing, ink color, copy stock, plates, dies, print cylinders, etc.
• Inspect furnished raw materials for quality and accuracy.
• Inspect finished stocks for quality and accuracy.
• Package products in a professional manor.
• Unload trucks and receive goods coming in from suppliers using forklift or pallet jack.

POSITION TYPE/REQUIRED HOURS OF WORK:

• Ex: This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. No travel is required for this position. This position requires the employee to work on-site at the facility they are assigned to.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: (Indicate education/experience requirements that are job-related & consistent with business needs.)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year industry experience.
• Ability to learn new equipment and procedures as required
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail; Safety Minded/Orientated

PHYSICAL: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to lift, carry, and load up to 80 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to outside elements in open air warehouse
• Exposure to high decibel levels from running equipment