Press Assistant Trainee

Sabert•Richmond, VA

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The Press Assistant is responsible for assisting the Press Operator in setting up and operating a Press to produce print on label rolls as well as being able to operate a press or die-cutter with basic blank or simple color products safely and effectively.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Candidates should have working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Familiarity with RF scanning, warehouse systems, and material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or powered industrial trucks is required.
Must be able to read and understand production documents, safety guidelines, and quality control checklists.
Good communication skills, attention to detail, and basic math skills are essential.
Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time in a manufacturing environment.
Safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes are required.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school background is preferred.
Printing Flexo experience or equivalent printing experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Setup and verify the placement of specified anilox rolls, setting print cylinders in proper print stages, filling ink, and the proper material at the press
Setup and verify the placement of the correct inks, coating, and varnish
Setup and verify correct plate and registration, unwind position, size/height/width during make ready
Load proper film onto unwind
Fill ink pumps, secures hoses, and transfers ink to designated printing unit
Set ink viscosities to prescribed standards using Zahn cup and timer
Lift and transport ink kits as necessary
Evaluate and monitor color and defects during the run and adjust accordingly
Evaluate and adjust register during make-ready and run
Proper monitoring, upkeep, change and disposal of doctor blades
Assist operator in matching printed ink samples to color standards at prescribed intervals
Watch web for problems during operator absence and reacts accordingly
Secure materials for impending jobs as production activity allows
Return ink and other materials to their designated storage areas with proper information attached
Perform other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned
Report any safety concerns to management immediately
Verify adequate number of feet have been run to satisfy the order quantity
Check for defects and correct side to print on using base film guide
Check ink viscosities at prescribed intervals and ensures ink volume sufficiency
Maintain accurate weight records
Maintain adequate ink and film supplies to press and replenishes unwind material as required
Clean equipment and keep work area neat and organized
Document ink viscosities at prescribed intervals
Verify all job-related items (job bag and contents, Flexo Inspection Verification signoffs, Job History Sheet, press and press area clean, etc.) are complete prior to next job
Record of all data and comments regarding position of colors, plates, and anilox rolls on the ink history sheet
Comply with all company policies and procedures including GMP, PPE, HACCP, LOTO, and JSA regulations.
Responsible for ensuring, where applicable, the product safety, quality, regulatory compliance and legality of all products produced and sold.
Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.