Type Press Operator

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;
• Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

Internal Job Title: Type Press Operator

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (12 hour shifts)

Job Location: Ottawa, ON

Work Model: On-site

Position Summary

As a Type Press Operator in our Plant Operations group, you will be responsible for setting up and operating high speed printing & numbering press machinery to produce high-quality secure documents (e.g. currency, passports, identity products, etc.). This role requires attention to detail, technical expertise, and a commitment to following health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

Setup and Preparation:

• Set up and adjust fountains, rollers, paper guides, and feed controls.
• Positions and installs cylinder packing, dies, printing plates and numbering heads in press, according to specifications, using hand tools.
• Reads work orders and job specifications to set up all elements of the project, including ink and substrate and numbering heads.
• Ability to review, understand and execute project-based instructions and standard operating procedures.

Operation and Monitoring:

• Monitors feeding and printing operations to maintain consistency, alignment, registration, ink density and integrity of numbering sequence for project.

Quality Control:

• Maintains quality results by adhering to reference standards and standard operating procedures.

Record Keeping:

• Records and maintains production log-sheets.

Safety Procedures:

• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following organization Health and Safety standards and legal regulations.

Education and Aptitudes

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and additional relevant work experience
• Demonstrated ability to perform mechanical work
• Basic numeracy skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, put numbers in sequence)
• Basic computer literacy

Experience

• 5+ years of experience operating a multi-unit printing press.
• Experience in impact numbering and/or letterpress equipment is an asset
• Experience with an in-line camera inspection system is an asset.

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
  • Problem solving
• Interpersonal skills
  • Communication, teamwork and collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Organization and prioritization skills
• Reliable
• Self-directed

Mandatory Requirements

• Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift up to 45 lbs
• Work Hours: Ability to work 12-hour shifts; ability to work all shifts (front-end/back-end, days/nights); ability to work a reasonable amount of overtime
• Security Clearance: Ability to attain (in a timely manner) and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) personal security clearance

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.