Thermo Press Operator

DECREE-CRANE SPECIAL PAPERS NOR AMERICALatham, NY
Onsite

About The Position

Crane is shaping a new strategic vision and seeking sources of growth through innovative products, exciting partnerships, and its own website, while celebrating the extraordinary heritage, quality, and prestige of being an original American Maker since 1801. At Crane, we are looking to hire some artistic and dedicated individuals who are interested in learning the craft of printing. No previous machine experience is needed as you will be trained by our best press operators. This role supports company goals by supplying a premium product to customers that satisfies their requirements and meets Crane quality standards. The Thermography Training Program consists of 2 phases: starting salary of $18.50, with an increase offered upon each phase. 1) Thermo Press Apprenticeship – Learn to operate an AB Dick/Ryobi printing press to apply art and text onto stationery products. The training period to attain the quality and quantity standards is expected to take approximately 90 days, with demonstrated progress towards desired metrics expected during the training period. 2) Thermo Press Operator – Fully operate your own AB Dick/Ryobi press to apply art and text onto stationery products. Continue to develop your skills in creating the artistry that Crane is known for.

Requirements

  • High school Diploma or equivalent
  • English proficiency – read, write, keep neat and accurate records and interpret written and verbal instructions.
  • Basic math skills
  • Good attention to detail and ability to concentrate for long periods of time
  • Positive attitude and self-motivated, interest in cross training and further skill development highly desirable

Nice To Haves

  • Some experience operating, adjusting, or manipulating mechanical machinery or other similar equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Daily and ongoing preventative maintenance of press to avoid downtime
  • Prioritize workflow to maintain on-time delivery downstream
  • Careful and safe completion of all start-up steps
  • Maintain productivity and quality within department standards and seek ways to improve personal performance
  • Utilize problem-solving skills and collaborate with more senior operators to solve production challenges
  • Use work metrics to track production and labor accurately and consistently
  • Complete all required paperwork accurately
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including press safety inspections and sustaining 5s standards set for the work area
  • Assist in other duties as requested
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