Press Operator

Labelink•Pickering, ON

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Press Operator is responsible for operating a flexographic press to produce quality one-ply labels according to customer specifications. This role involves setting up the press, monitoring the printing process, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring efficient production while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The operator must be able to troubleshoot issues, communicate effectively with team members and management, and adhere to lean principles.

Requirements

3 -5 years experience operating a printing press in a flexographic printing plant
Efficiency
Observation skills
Good attention to detail
Good mechanical and technical aptitude
Computer literate
Good vision with ability to visually differentiate and match colours and able to read Pantone book.
Ability to use and interpret the spectrophotometer.
Creative/innovative and takes the initiatives.
Good interpersonal, problem solving, troubleshooting, communication, planning and organization skills.
Good team spirit, attitude and open to constructive criticism.
Ability to execute a particular request with a sense or urgency.
Able to read, interpret, follow, and give instructions.
Able to produce >10 color labels with varying complexities and multiple layers.
Flexible and co-operative.
Works efficiently applying lean principles.
Good muscle co-ordination and muscular dexterity.
Resourceful and responsible person.
Must be able to work shift hours and weekends when required.
Able to lift 50 lbs and to stand 8-10 hours per shift.

Responsibilities

Receive and review customer specifications as per the job ticket and ensures the components and material meet the customer’s requirements before proceeding to print.
Operate flexographic press of multiple color and features such as lamination to produce quality one ply labels.
Examine job orders to determine quantities to be printed, stock specifications, colors and/or special printing instructions.
Set up press by loading anilox into the press; install blades on anilox; install cylinders with plate; install fountain roller and hose; placing ink in the fountain roller; Install paper (base material) in the press and install die; adjust finishing blades and adjust press for paper excess disposal.
Input production job settings into workstation terminals to set up press operation.
Take a test print sample from the printed web to ensure product registration, colour, and die-cutting compares against artwork and obtain approval from either the supervisor, QA or a colleague.
Operate the press and adjust as needed to ensure proper registrations and ensure ink is correctly balanced throughout the whole process.
Write down the operation data throughout the process and prepare final report once the work is completed.
Work in an efficient manner to decrease make ready time and to reduce downtime by troubleshooting stoppages as well as breakdowns and call maintenance for assistance when required.
Communicate label production issues with appropriate personnel in a timely manner so as not to delay on-time delivery to the customer.
Perform routine maintenance on the press.
Assist with wash-up as necessary and clean the press and remove accessories with the assistance of the Press Helper.
Perform any other production related work assignment(s) as requested by plant management.
Keep press and work station clean and organized - 5S – sort, set, shine, straighten and sustain.