Press Operator - 3rd Shift

Vericast•Jeffersonville, IN

12h•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Join our fabulous printing team in Jeffersonville, IN! Harland Clarke, a Vericast brand, offers a year-round TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED, BRIGHT, CLEAN manufacturing printing team-based environment. This role is responsible for the daily operation of web presses as directed by the press operator. The operator will maintain cleanliness and operation of the press, coordinate with internal agencies for required materials (ink, plate, paper, tape, etc.), and ensure the accuracy of printed material coming from the press.

Requirements

Manufacturing machine operating experience.
Proven track record in waste reduction and profit improvement.
Ability to proofread and ensure accuracy.
Exceptional logical reasoning skills and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to troubleshoot issues while printing.
Must display excellent work habits and willingness to be a team player.
Must be able to stand, kneel, bend and walk for 8 - 10 hours a day.
Must be able to lift 35 lbs regularly and 50 lbs on occasion.
Must wear hearing protection on the production floor at all times.

Nice To Haves

Prioritization and selection of jobs to maximize workflow while balancing meeting the rush and service commitments and goals.

Responsibilities

Performs start up on machine as necessary.
Stocks station and issues stock as needed in certain facilities.
Fills ink fountain and makes appropriate adjustments, inks press, makes roller adjustments as needed.
Performs ink readings throughout the shift.
Hangs plate on press.
Prints runs.
Checks quality of work.
Performs appropriate clean up procedures at end of shift.
Works closely with other departments to include Bindery, Quality, Pre-press as well as members of the Leadership team.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance.
Performs other job duties as assigned.