Machine Operator

Multi-Color Corporation Recruiting • Scottsburg, IN

6d • $20

About The Position

Multi-Color Corporation (MCC), a global producer of premium labels and flexible packaging, is seeking Machine Operators and Printing Assistants/Support. Prior experience is not required, though it is beneficial. The role operates machines used to create labels and flexible packaging, monitors print and seam quality, and supports press changeovers, cleanup, and production documentation. Operators may work alongside press operators to inspect labels using a strobe light and are responsible for meeting customer and MCC quality requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide for label counts and conversions, including calculations using American units of money, weight, volume, and distance.
• Ability to use simple Windows-based applications and input data into a computer.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with others verbally and in writing, and to work as a team player.
• Ability to read and understand a job ticket.
• Ability to read a ruler and understand measurements; must be able to pass a ruler test.
• Correctable vision to 20/20; must be able to pass an eye test.
• Ability to differentiate colors; must be able to pass a color test.

Nice To Haves

• Print shop experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to help create labels and flexible packaging.
• Continuously check print and seam quality.
• Remove defective material and splice the roll web back together according to specifications.
• Use a ruler, safety knife, and hole punch during splicing and at other times as needed.
• Handle rolls and palletize them to prevent damage.
• Understand basic printing- and seam-related defects.
• Meet defined job objectives related to planning and executing jobs and quick changes.
• Assist with external make-ready operations in preparation for changeovers between label jobs.
• Assist with external cleanup activities after changeovers.
• Clean ink pans and ancillary equipment.
• Strip plates from cylinders.
• Locate dies to and from the press.
• Work with the press operator to inspect labels with the aid of a strobe light when required.
• Comply with customer and MCC quality assurance specifications.
• Complete quality assurance sheets and related documentation when required.
• Work overtime when needed and assigned.
• Record and enter data on designated paperwork and in the company operations system, Globetek.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $19.50 per hour or more.
• $1.00 per hour night shift premium.
• $40 per month fitness reimbursement program.
• Reimbursement program for shoes.
• Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and two floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed