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Job Overview: The Press Operator is responsible for the printing of customers’ labels. The Press Operator will be required to maintain the press and printing equipment during the printing process, and their duties may include cleaning the press and all associated parts, changing tooling and gears, inking, lubricating, and maintaining stations, and completing all necessary paperwork and forms.Principal Responsibilities:Operates press and printing equipment as directed by supervisor or cell leader (shift lead). Maintains accurate and timely production and quality recordsMonitors press output and visually inspects product for defects and quality issuesLoads and unloads paper rolls, mount and shaft rolls, maintain correct ink levels, colors and chemistry. Make necessary adjustments to ensure proper registration and maintain strict quality performanceMaintains all materials, tools, and supplies in a clean and orderly manner and follow all safety, sanitation and product safety procedures and policiesOperates all features of press functionsOther duties as assignedQualifications:5+ years of flexographic printing press experienceAbility to identify issues/problems, evaluate options and implement solutionsKnowledge of machines, tools and computers, including design, use, repairs and maintenanceAbility to understand mathematical applications, ex. measurement, logic, etc.Good customer service and interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide range of professions and personalitiesGood command of the English language; ability to effectively read and writeGood analytical, written and verbal communication skillsDetail-orientedAbility to lift up to 50-60 pounds and push/roll 300 - 800 pounds with pallet jackGood manual dexterity for cutting, grasping, guiding, pressing, pulling, pushing, rolling, typing, turning knobsMust be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces and reach, twist, bend and stretch when requiredExcellent hand-eye coordination and acute depth perceptionAbility to decipher colorsMust be able to pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing

Minimum Salary: 20 Maximum Salary: 22 Salary Unit: Hourly