Job Description

TITLE: Press Operator A

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Press Operator in the Printing Department is primarily responsible for the full operation of a single press within the department and reports directly to the Shift Supervisor or Lead Operator. The Technician performs the assigned responsibilities in a timely manner to maintain product run rate and quality while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Requires the ability to perform mathematical functions consistently and accurately
• Requires the ability to solve practical problems and be self-directed within the framework of the essential duties and responsibilities.
• Requires the ability to know when to ask for assistance when a problem arises that will affect the department performance and product quality
• Ability to work varied shifts depending on organizational requirements and customer commitments
• Requires the ability to solve practical equipment and/or product problems and be self-directed within the framework of the essential duties and responsibilities
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Previous experience with a plastic film/bag manufacturer in the operation of a wide-web press preferred
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs set-ups on assigned press
• Performs set-up & uses web guide
• Identifies press issues & stops when necessary
• Matches & maintains proper color
• Identifies press issues & stops for bad print
• Identifies poor print & corrects it
• Sets print and adjusts register
• Adjusts treatment on the press
• Performs minor press troubleshooting
• Understands and executes all job card instructions
• Plans daily work with the Shift Supervisor or Lead Operator
• Reports and & all issues to the Lead Operator
• Maintains a clean & safe work area
• Adheres to and complies with all Company safety policies & procedures
• Adheres to and complies with all quality control procedures
• Adheres to and complies with all Company & department scrap control procedures
• Assists the management team in maintaining quality system effectiveness
• Performs all other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:
• While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel material. Requires the ability to see/hear warning alarms. This job requires walking, standing, stooping, bending and twisting, and kneeling.
• The work environment described here is representative of those an employee would encounter on a daily basis while performing the job functions.
• This position works a 12/hour shift. The schedule includes day and night work as well as weekends and holidays. It can also include overtime when needed.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme heat and high noise levels. Working on open air secured floor may be required.

Inteplast Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at applicantaccommodation@inteplast.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.