Printing Press Operator

Job description

Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (IPG) is an acknowledged leader in the packaging industry. Its performance products, including tapes and cloths, are designed for demanding aerospace, automotive and industrial applications and are sold to a broad range of industry/specialty distributors, retail stores and large end-users in diverse industries. At IPG our vision is to become the global leader in packaging and protective solutions. We will achieve our goal by committing and executing our strategic plan in accordance with our values. To hear more about us please visit our website

Position Description

Title: Printing Press Operator

Position Purpose: To help us reach our goals, we are looking for energetic, motivated individuals to join our team in Truro, NS in the role of Printing Press Operator

Principle Accountabilities

In this position, successful candidates would be expected to:

• Operate the two printing presses by ensuring that proper materials, inks and measurements according to customer specifications are used.
• Conduct changeovers of presses.
• Mount plates in proper locations.
• Monitor quality when machine is running.
• Maintain proper production records of presses.
• Help load and doff rolls on presses.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous Flexographic Printing considered an asset
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Energetic and self-motivated individual
• Enjoys a physically demanding role
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Starting wage at $21.15 an hour, with opportunity for growth
• Low commute times from Stewiacke, Belmont, Salmon River, Millbrook, Truro/ Truro Heights, Hilden, and Brookfield.
• Paid weekly
• Shift premiums
• PPE provided
• On-site cafeteria
• Extended health & dental benefits
• Pension plan

Shift Details

• 12-hour shifts on rotation between day and night shift
• 8am-8pm and 8pm-8am