1st Shift Press Operator

SATO America • Charlotte, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SATO America is seeking a detail-orientated, service-focused, Press Operator. At SATO America, LLC our mission is to create new value for our customers through products and services of superior quality and to contribute towards a better and more sustainable world. In over 80 years, SATO has fostered a culture of professionalism and customer-centric innovation with an unchanging mission of value creation for customers that, in turn, contributes to a more sustainable world. Do you have what it takes to be our customer’s most trusted partner for mutual growth, and always essential in an ever-changing world? If so, look no further. We have a place for you. SUMMARY: A press operator will perform complex printing jobs, including set-up and troubleshooting for each job. The press operator will produce products in a highly efficient manner in alignment with business goals and KPI’s to the highest possible quality standards.

Requirements

• Ability to perform basic math functions and use a ruler is a must.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English in order to communicate effectively with co-workers, and to follow instructions.
• The ability to focus on objects, have good vision and be able to differentiate colors as determined by color blindness testing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set-up, and trouble shoot flexographic printing presses and auxiliary equipment, all in accordance with production standards and productivity goals. Including: utilization of product specs (copy card), changing plates, cylinders, and dies.
• Maintain machines by performing basic maintenance including lubricants, replace minor parts, and requests major maintenance when necessary.
• Maintain work area utilizing 5S methods.
• Report machine and equipment malfunctions immediately to the group leader, maintenance and/or supervisor.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Cross-train and work multiple press lines and equipment as needed.
• Follow all quality inspection plans. This involves measuring, checking, and testing various processes and product parameters.
• Meet established goals for material scrap and yield.
• Collaborate with all plant leadership and departments such as engineering, procurement, customer service, and logistics to coordinate production activities, address technical issues, standardize processes, and optimize supply chain processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Support all continuous improvement initiatives as required via participation and or implementation.
• Operate machines in a safe, efficient manner in accordance with established rules and regulations.
• Follow and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Report any unsafe condition(s), injury, or accident immediately to immediate supervisor or other member of management.
• Provide improvement suggestions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by floor or plant leadership.

Benefits

• medical, vision, and dental insurance to include coverage for domestic partners.
• 100% company paid Life & AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• pre-tax Health Savings Account with an employer contribution of $500.00 or $1,000.00 depending on elected medical coverage.
• 10 company-paid holidays per year
• up to ten (10) days accrued vacation time in the first year. Eleven (11) days at year two (2). Twelve (12) days at year three (3). Thirteen (13) days at year four (4) and fifteen (15) days at year five (5).
• six (6) accrued personal days
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members
• career development, growth opportunities
• referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree