Digital Press Operator

ePac Flexible Packaging•Montreal, QC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy. The Press Operator efficiently operates, calibrates and maintains an Indigo HP 20000 to ensure excellent quality, machine uptime and that customer expectations are exceeded. Responsible for supplying printed rolls of film (PE, BOPP, PET and other polymer based substrates) to the lamination department. Responsible for machine upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance during break/fix with Lead Operator or HP Technical Support team’s assistance. The position requires shift flexibility. Selected candidates should be flexible for rotating shifts (morning / noon / evening / night) if required. Shift premium for evening shifts.

Requirements

Working knowledge of HP Indigo presses (HP 20000 experience a plus)
Simple mathematical ability for reports required
Computer literacy
Mathematical knowledge
Ability to read a ruler
Mechanical skills
Attention to detail
1-3 years in production field related to digital printing preferred
High school diploma
HP Operator 1 training desired
Responsibility in the area of food safety essentials from AIB international 5.4.1.1 section of adequacy of prerequisite and food safety programs

Nice To Haves

HP 20000 experience a plus
HP Operator 1 training desired

Responsibilities

Regularly calibrates press via color calibration to ensure excellent print quality
Efficiently sets up machine to maximize uptime
Confirms job specifications based on job ticket prior to printing
Performs daily and weekly maintenance on press
Notifies Lead Press Operator when equipment needs repair
Opens service calls with HP Technical Team as necessary
Loads rolls of material onto press
Monitors print quality while machine is in production
Inputs production, consumption, and waste data into Microsoft NAV (ERP)
Keeps pressroom clean and organized
Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including pouch assistant, slitting, and lamination
Communicates with Prepress and Converting department when necessary