Printing Pressman

Dart Container•Toronto, ON

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Behind every high-quality printed product is a skilled Pressman who keeps production running safely, efficiently, and consistently. Dart's Scarborough manufacturing facility is adding a Print Pressman to support the operation, setup, and troubleshooting of our flexographic printing presses while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and productivity. If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the opportunity for you.

Requirements

Strong commitment to safety, attendance, quality, and continuous improvement
Ability to successfully complete a technical assessment measuring mechanical aptitude
Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably within printing or packaging operations
Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical equipment issues
Proficient use of hand tools and production equipment
Ability to work in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Strong visual acuity, including the ability to accurately distinguish colors
Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with basic computer proficiency
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including heavy lifting, climbing, clearing machine jams, and handling rolls weighing up to 600 lbs using proper equipment and procedures

Responsibilities

Operating flexographic printing presses while adhering to all safety and GMP standards
Identifying print defects and implementing appropriate corrective actions
Installing, preparing, and troubleshooting doctor blade systems ("doctor heads")
Installing, preparing, and troubleshooting ink pump systems
Performing butt splices, roll changes, press setup, wash-ups, ink returns, and equipment cleaning
Conducting pH and viscosity checks to ensure print quality standards are maintained
Loading rolls into unwind stations and completing splices as required
Handling, staging, and managing inks throughout the production process
Making machine adjustments including web guides, paper edges, slitting knives, oven temperatures, and treaters
Completing production and quality documentation accurately and on time
Supporting equipment cleanliness, printing plate maintenance, and overall press performance
Collaborating with Production, Quality, and Plant leadership to meet operational goals