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Flexographic Press Operator

Sets up and operates flexographic press to print designs or lettering onto rolls of film

Sets up, monitors, and adjusts the printing process on a control panel or computer monitor

Reads job order and mounts specified rubber plate and printing dies on cylinder; installs cylinder on shaft

and secures assembly in bed of press

Completes required paperwork and reports production accurately and timely through LX Scanner to include

waste, downtime codes, raw materials, etc.

Moves levers to engage dye rolls, adjusting position of cylinder to print two or more colors without

overlapping or smearing previously printed area

Inserts shaft through core of film and secures roll on press in feed position

Splices end of roll to trailer sheet remaining in press and regulates roll tension and feed as directed

Starts press adjusting speed tension and alignment of printing plates as necessary

Cuts sample of printed material from end of printed roll and inspects for imperfections such as blurred off

center impressions

Cleans rubber plate, cylinder, dye fonts and lubricates press as needed

Mixes inks or dyes to produce desired colors

Runs several presses with different size and color capacities

Inks the presses, loads film, and adjusts the press to the film size

Ensures that film and ink meet specifications

Guides film through the press cylinders and adjust feed and tension controls

Monitors their operation and keeps the film feeders well stocked

Adjusts ink distribution, speed, and temperature in the drying changer

Corrects film tears or jams

Oils and cleans the presses

Performs digital, electrostatic, and ink-jet printing

Blends colors

Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

Education and / or Experience : High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and previous

experience in printing preferred. On the job training is provided by the company.

Language Skills : Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability

to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations

to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole number,

common fractions, and decimals. Ability to measure and count product. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent

and to interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability : Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of safety rules and procedures

Mechanical skills

Ability to set up item by product specification requirements

Ability to use lubrication equipment

Ability to read, write, and use a calculator

Benefits

Don't miss this chance to enhance your experience in a production environment while enjoying competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Plus, every ?nin job comes with our amazing Teammate Benefits program, designed to give you the tools you need to protect your health, your money and the people and things you care about. Tools like :

• Weekly Pay
• 5 Prescription Drugs
• 5 Doctor's Visit Copays
• Free Teledoctor Service
• Free Counseling Services
• Life Insurance Included
• Vision Insurance Included
• Dental Insurance Included
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Scholarship Opportunities
• NEW! 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Free Legal Services
• Our unbeatable employee discount program