Printer Operator/Die Mounter - 3rd Shift

Hood Container Corporation•Jamestown, NC

13d•$0 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Hood Container Corporation is looking for a skilled Digital Press Operator to join their growing team in Jamestown, NC. This role offers an immediate opening on the 3rd shift (10:00 pm - 6:00 am), with potential for mandatory weekends and overtime. The position focuses on Die Mounting as the primary role and operating a BWP Flexpro Flex Folder Gluer as a secondary role. The company values expertise, teamwork, and offers opportunities for growth within a sustainable industry.

Requirements

Excellent computer skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with precision
At least 1 year of experience operating digital printing systems
Strong understanding of various printing technologies preferred
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a team
Strong organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

Mounting Printing Plates and Cutting Dies: Position and secure flexible printing plates (flexo plates) and steel-rule cutting dies onto cylinders, carriers, or mounting blankets.
Ensuring Precision Alignment: Use precision alignment tools, grid lines, and registration marks to ensure graphics and cuts line up perfectly.
Reviewing Job Specifications: Read production orders, blueprints, and structural designs to select the correct dies, inks, and plates for each specific run.
Quality Control: Inspect dies and plates for damage, wear, or defects before sending them to the production line. Run initial test proofs to check for accuracy.
Maintenance and Storage: Clean plates and dies after a job is completed, perform minor repairs, and systematically store them in a library for future use.
Operating and maintaining the BWP Flexpro to produce exceptional products.
Troubleshooting minor machine issues and performing routine maintenance.
Ensuring color accuracy and matching customer specifications on every job.
Coordinating raw materials and managing inventory to keep production running smoothly.
Maintaining a safe and clean workspace while adhering to all safety regulations.