AWT Labels & Packaging is currently looking for a Press Operator for our South Elgin printing facility focused on flexographic printing and laminated structures. Our Press Operators are responsible for setup, operation, and cleanup flexographic 10-color, wide web, gearless press, producing product that meet customer needs while maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
Job Duties:
- Follow daily press schedule and ensure all required paperwork is complete and accurate
- Ensure output meets customer specification
- Good working knowledge of inks and pH viscosity levels
- Maintain colors and registration per specifications
- Effectively troubleshoot problems
- Ensure setups and changeovers are well planned
- Participate in the quality and process improvement process
- Provide support in other areas of plant as needs arise
Desired Skills and Qualities:
- Good working knowledge of ink and be able to match colors effectively
- Good working knowledge of flexible packaging materials
- Ability to read and understand tasks assigned (job tickets)
- Must be able to work in busy production environment and understand the importance of reaching deadlines
- Good sense of what a quality product is
- Ability to operate machinery comfortably and recognize different types of tooling
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively
- Positive attitude and a team player
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to communicate with others professionally
- Must understand the importance of attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Safety conscientious
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent GED
- Vocational technical education preferred
- Minimum three years flexo press operator experience.
- Position requires being on feet for long periods of time
- Must be able lift 50 lbs. or more
- Forklift experience a plus