Flexo Board Assistant - A Shift

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From paper plates and napkins to paper straws, party supplies, and food wrap, Hoffmaster is a leader in the tableware industry.
What truly sets us apart is our people: Here your ideas don’t just get heard, they help shape what’s next. Your growth is supported, your contributions are valued, and your work plays a role in creating moments people enjoy every day.
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Position Summary:
The Flexo Assistant supports the Flexographic Operator in the day-to-day operation of the press. This role is responsible for assisting with machine functions, quality checks, and changeovers while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Machine Operation

• Control all functions of the Martin Automatic Rewind operating panel
• Control all functions of the conveyor system
• Remove finished rolls from rewind onto the conveyor system
• Insert core plugs into cores
• Wrap rolls as required
• Place headers on rolls as required
• Tag completed rolls
• Apply web direction arrows correctly (2–3 inches from core, or centered on header if applied)
• Exchange core plug carts and header carts when low

Production Support

• Assist in dye testing
• Support machine changeovers including:
• Changing print sleeves
• Changing anilox rolls
• Changing doctor blades and end seals
• Cleaning mixers
• Returning ink from previous jobs
• Staging printing sleeves in designated areas
• Loading ink buckets onto ink pumps
• Preparing rewind for upcoming jobs (correct core size, taped and ready)

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Replenish supplies as needed
• Assist in cleaning the press and surrounding area
• Follow all safety and quality standards

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Reliable attendance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

We invite all qualified applicants to apply, including individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Recruitment@Hoffmaster.com
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