Printing Press Operator

Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The Printing Press Operator is responsible for the operation of a flexographic printing press and related equipment under the direction of the Printing Press Supervisor. This position is primarily responsible for printing RFID (radio frequency identification) tags.

The Shift time for this role is 3:30pm - 2am Monday through Thursday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates ability to provide direction to fellow team members and competency of basic and advanced printing techniques, Converting, quality control, and: 

• Perform start-up, operation, and shut-down procedures for flexographic printer and related equipment.
• Accurately and precisely carry out detailed instructions from job orders. 
• Identify possible errors or problems and take prompt action to correct
• Set up/adjust press for job runs to meet specifications
• Monitor product for quality during job runs. 
• Check the accuracy of detail against specifications. Take action to correct any problems
• Monitor equipment during job runs. Remain alert to mechanical problems and refer as necessary to maintenance
• Initiate the start up and running of jobs in keeping with production schedule. 
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and upkeep
• Meet standards for output, waste, and spoilage
• Adhere to all safety guidelines. Keep workspace clean and organized for efficiency in shift changeovers
• Accurately complete related logs and paperwork. 
• Finishing of Pre-printed Digital print (including operating presses, laminating, Die cutting, packing, etc.) 
• Operating Specialized Converting Machines
• Performs other duties as needed.
• Lives Metrc’s Core Values – every day and all the time

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 2-4 years' experience in Flexographic printing including Die cutting preferred
• Experience with Mark Andy series E or P Flexographic printing presses preferred
• Mechanical and technical skills/aptitude
• Basic math skills to read ruler and calculate label dimensions for stock optimization
• Ability to operate equipment to obtain proficiency as measured through production and quality standards
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions for work orders
• Ability to communicate professionally
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work unsupervised
• Team player with a mature & willing to learn attitude.
• Good knowledge in use of computers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. 
• The team member is frequently required to stand for several hours at a time. 
• The team member is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. 
• The team member is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and/or smell. 
• The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

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The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Metrc is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants and team members will be considered for employment and advancement without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.