Press Operator- 2nd Shift

Unique Industries•Louisville, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Press Operator for our Louisville manufacturing facility. A Press Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining narrow web flexographic printing presses.

Requirements

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma.
Experience in narrow web flexographic printing.
Will have a strong understanding of web and splicing.
Prior manufacturing experience.
Basic computer skills
Must understand and possess a high level of knowledge of the flexo system from pre-press to finished product.
Must understand plate mounting and have the ability use a spectrophotometer.

Nice To Haves

Experience using solvent inks is a plus.
An FTA (Flexographic Technical Association) certification at any level is preferred.
Forklift certification a plus

Responsibilities

Set up and operate a narrow web flexographic printing press to print designs or lettering on rolls of paper stock.
Check viscosity and P.H.
Read job orders and prepares and mount ink cylinders and secures the cylinders inside the press.
Operate the press through computer technology and adjust speed, tension and alignment as needed.
Inspect for imperfections or off-center impressions.
May mix inks or dyes to produce desired colors.
Other duties as assigned.