Press Operator 2 - Flexographic Press - 12-hr Rotating Day Shift

RR Donnelley•Oakdale, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position runs on a Pitman Schedule: Shift: 12-hour rotating day shift Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Hours: 6:00am - 6:00pm. The position is responsible to set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a number of press equipment. Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the Flexographic press operated such as mounting plates or installing print cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping web paths, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color correction and anilox adjustment and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of Flexographic printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements.
Skill to read and understand job specifications.
Knowledge of press capabilities to determine appropriate press usage, settings, and materials.
Skill to make precise web paths and adjustments.
Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Google) preferred.

Nice To Haves

Skill in use of Mark Andy, Aquaflex, Comco, Webtron, Gallus, Nil Peter preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
Perform make-ready tasks for the Flexographic press, including mounting plates, installing print cylinders, examining plates/cylinders for imperfections, checking image positioning, prepping web paths, and adjusting tension and register.
Make necessary color correction and anilox adjustments, and press adjustments prior to production runs to meet quality specifications.
Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press.
Make minor repairs and replace worn or broken parts as required.
Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.