IL Machine Operator - Die Cutter (First Shift)

Abbott Label Inc • Itasca, IL

8d • $20 - $25

About The Position

Abbott Label is a family-owned label manufacturing company with plants in Texas, Arizona, Georgia, and Illinois. The company has an immediate opening in its fast-paced Illinois office for a high-energy person to join its financially stable team and is willing to train the right person.

The Press Operator produces printed objects and materials using assigned printing machinery. The role stages Flexo Presses with materials and tooling for efficient workflow, operates presses and completes jobs efficiently, assists with quality control in the pressroom, and performs other activities as directed by a supervisor, which may include operating a machine or assisting with maintenance.

Requirements

• Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate various printing machines.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with Mark Andy printing equipment required.
• Ability to operate printing machines physically.
• Ability to bend, twist, and kneel.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the narrow web printing industry preferred.
• Vocational or technical school training preferred.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of printing machines.
• Review client requests to understand the scope and parameters of print jobs.
• Determine the quantities required for print jobs.
• Align and configure machinery.
• Inspect random production samples to evaluate print quality.
• Troubleshoot printing machine issues and make basic repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance on printing machines.
• Draft and submit reports for daily production totals.
• Maintain a clean area around printing machinery.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Generous vacation package
• 401(k) plan with generous employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED