Press Helper

Summary

Assist the Press Operator in the setting up and operation of flexographic printing presses that prints designs up to ten colors on rolls of polyethylene film.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must help to ensure that the printed product being produced meets or exceeds our internal quality standards and our customer expectations. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.

• Review specs such as : Work Order, Print Master, Mounter Proof and Samples
• Transfer pumps to the correct new ink and reduce to specific startup viscosity
• Label and cart all return ink
• Clean pumps, lines, trays and doctor blade units with proper solvent
• Obtain supplies (inks, cores, make-ready stock, cleaning materials, etc.) needed for setups
• Keep rolls loaded onto the un-wind and taped up for splicing
• Periodically add ink as needed
• Assist Flowman in changing out pans
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Performs all end of the shift clean up
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Essential Physical Demands

Starting pay is $16.50 per hour

Shift Availability, 3-4 days a week (overtime based on production needs)

Applicant must be able to pass a background check and drug test.