Plate Mounter - 3rd Shift

Transcontinental • Brooklyn, NY

7d • $21 - $22

About The Position

Overview Create value at TC Transcontinental. At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We have been driving innovation since 1976. With approximately 7400 employees, TC Transcontinental is a North American leader in flexible packaging, a Canadian retail marketing services provider, Canada’s largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Respect, teamwork, performance and innovation are the strong values held by the Corporation and its employees. TC Transcontinental's commitment to its stakeholders is to pursue its business activities in a responsible manner. We take care of our team, support each other and cultivate a sense of belonging for all. Shift: 3rd shift, 11p-7a, Mon-Fri Pay: $20.90 + $0.75 shift differential = $21.65 Responsibilities When your actions lead to success:

Requirements

• Reading and writing skills corresponding to the level of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience; preferably in a Flexographic printing.
• Computer literate
• Ability to perform calculations involving decimals and fractions
• Ability to read a ruler
• Ability to interpret work order and job specifications written in English
• Customer oriented
• Motivated and collaborative within a team environment
• Must be able to problem solve and communicate effectively
• Good work ethic; attendance and punctuality
• Effective communication, coaching & training skills
• Shift flexibility (off-shift and/or 24/7) and ability to volunteer for overtime to cover vacations and surge capacity needs (weekends).

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable PPE and Food Safety policies and procedures, wear steel tipped shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hairnets, beard nets, etc.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Prioritize jobs according to the mounting/production schedule.
• Perform tasks associated with De-Mounting / Plate Stripping: Carefully remove printing plate and Sticky Back (de-mounter equipment or manually) from the sleeve without damage.
• Operate Plate Cleaning Machine and ensure Plate Sleeves are thoroughly washed.
• Ensure printing plates are prepared and packaged appropriately, organized by package number and returned to the correct jacket in the designated area.
• Return Print Sleeves to the appropriate position in the rack storage system.
• Clean, inventory, and maintain plates, plate sleeves, bridge mandrels, and supplies.
• Perform tasks associated with Plate Mounting: Review and interpret work card and job requirements for sleeve size, mounting tape, unwind direction, etc.
• Retrieve and change cylinders/gears per job specification.
• Determine appropriate measurement and cut Photopolymer Plate(s) to size.
• Cut Sticky Back to specified length.
• Operate Mounting Machine safely and efficiently ensuring proper layout, register, and job requirements.
• Capture and record job information, plate mileage, to shop floor data collection system and/or appropriate forms.
• Inspect, prepare and label mounted sleeves for segregation and staging to the Printing department.
• Identify and eliminate root causes defects of plate issues to eliminate press downtime and waste.
• Assist in care and maintenance of equipment with assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
• Support and train new team members.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees