Press-1st Operator

Graphic Packaging•Omaha, NE

15h

About The Position

The Press-1st Operator runs the press at the targeted production rate while maintaining quality, operates the re-winder, and pulls rolls off the press. The operator handles plant equipment and supplies, checks print quality against specifications on every roll, and adjusts press color when needed. The role works with the B Pressman and 2nd Pressman, assists in training press apprentices, and performs press changeovers according to established procedures. The operator is responsible for meeting setup-time targets, minimizing roll changes, monitoring the entire web through the scanner every five minutes, and completing the first sign-in on setups. Duties also include maintaining, labeling, and handling hazardous waste; verifying finished orders against extrusion paperwork; checking paperwork and materials for the next setup; and reporting food safety and quality problems to the Department Lead, Manager, or Quality Team. Other duties may be assigned as requested or directed. All employees must follow plant rules and procedures related to hygiene, allergens, and the production of Safe Quality Foods (SQF); report potentially unsafe conditions and customer complaints; and participate in SQF root-cause and corrective-action activities as required. The position requires the ability to work other shifts and perform overtime when needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of experience on a printing press; flexographic wide web experience is strongly preferred.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, proofs, and specification sheets.
Ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Strong computer and math skills.
Ability to accurately distinguish color variation.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and understand technical written and verbal instructions.
Must be able to work other shifts if needed and perform overtime work as required.
A drive to succeed, a can-do attitude, and a self-starter approach.

Nice To Haves

Flexographic wide web printing press experience.

Responsibilities

Run the press at the targeted production rate while maintaining quality.
Operate the re-winder and pull rolls off the press.
Handle plant equipment and supplies independently.
Check print quality against specifications on every roll and adjust press color when needed.
Assist in training press apprentices according to established training procedures.
Work as a team with the B Pressman within the restrictions and capabilities of the equipment.
Achieve targeted setup times and keep roll changes to a minimum.
Perform press changeovers while following setup procedures.
Monitor the entire web through the scanner every five minutes.
Complete the first sign-in on setups.
Maintain, label, and handle hazardous waste.
Check finished orders against extrusion paperwork to ensure film is accounted for and correctly printed and labeled.
Communicate with the 2nd Pressman and inspect items needed for the next setup, including geared cylinders, film, and ink behind the machine.
Report food safety and quality problems to the Department Lead, Manager, or Quality Team.
Check in paperwork for the next setup, including specifications, layout, and paper proof.
Follow plant rules and procedures for hygiene, allergens, and production of Safe Quality Foods.
Report potentially unsafe SQF conditions and customer complaints to a person of authority.
Participate in SQF root-cause and corrective-action activities as required.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.