Press Operator II - 1st Shift

Avery Dennison • Miamisburg, OH

76d • $22

About The Position

Avery Dennison is seeking skilled Flexographic Press Operators with at least 2 years of hands-on experience operating presses and managing technical setups. We have immediate openings for those skilled individuals to join our growing team. The shift is Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience operating flexographic presses, focusing on high-quality print production, technical problem-solving, and managing ink densities and plate adjustments.
• Proficiency in basic math calculations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency using product overlay gauges and reading shop scales.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. by hand or with lift aids, and push, pull, and turn 150 lbs. with lift aids.
• Ability to maneuver up to 1584 lbs. with a hand truck.
• Ability to continuously stand, stoop, and bend.
• Good vision, including color vision.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate basic PC skills for production reporting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain flexographic printing presses, ensuring proper set-up of cylinders, plates, and ink fountains while troubleshooting technical issues on the fly to minimize downtime.
• Efficiently perform two-color set-ups on assigned presses, including cylinder preparation, plate mounting, ink fountain and roller adjustments, loading supply rolls, splicing webs, setting impressions, and processing set-ups with a focus on minimizing waste.
• Conduct thorough inspections of cylinders, plates, and other tooling/parts before and during production runs, identifying and addressing defects to maintain high-quality standards.
• Carefully review and interpret work orders, job specifications, and customer requirements to ensure accurate press set-up and production.
• Operate assigned printing press, ensuring adherence to production schedules and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor print quality throughout the run, making necessary adjustments to color and ink density to meet or exceed quality standards.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage starting at $22.00+ (based on experience) plus a $2.00/hour shift differential.
• $1,500 sign-on bonus and $1,500 relocation bonus (if applicable).
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k)).
• Paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and holidays.
• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED