Press Operator - 1st Shift

Trinidad Benham • Lake Havasu City, AZ

19h • Onsite

About The Position

There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.

The Press Operator is primarily responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate operation of the printing press.

Hours are Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm,

Requirements

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to meet daily production requirements
• Good technical aptitude and computer skills, ability to perform digital set-ups and adjustments
• Ability to perform basic math skills
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment.
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience working with flexographic printing, procedures, materials, and equipment with 5+ years of experience.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate an 8-color Uteco 52” wide web flexographic press
• Install Anilox rollers and print sleeves at the proper stations, making necessary adjustments to maintain production quality.
• Reads, understands, and follows print job schedules.
• Monitors equipment and, during press runs, ensures the quality and consistency of finished pieces.
• Makes minor adjustments to equipment as needed during press runs.
• Adjust the press to maximize run speed and produce quality print.
• Perform quality checks on the printed roll.
• Load and unload print sleeves from the press and storage racks.
• Weigh and wrap printed film from the press.
• Change doctor blades and end seals when needed.
• Clean the drum, ink pans, ink pumps, and floor when needed.
• Accurately and timely complete required paperwork and samples.
• Comply with company safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Trained in and comply with Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures.
• Collects and inspects random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments.
• Looks for and has input on implementing suggestions to produce work more efficiently.
• Complies with company safety policies and maintains a clean and orderly work area and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Employee-Owned
• Weekly Pay
• Advancement Opportunities
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)

What This Job Offers

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