What are the responsibilities and job description for the Label Press Operator position at Mack Pac Branding?
We are currently recruiting for a Flexo Press Operator to join our Production Team! In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products.
Responsibilities:
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Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.
· Fills ink pans, screens 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, 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
Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
A minimum of one year of flexographic printing press experience preferred
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales and other measurement devices.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and frequently is required to walk
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Excellent 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $38