Print Press Operator - 2nd Shift

The ASR Group family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Florida Crystals, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's, Sidul and Whitworths. ASR Group companies also produce and market Tellus, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Flexographic Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating flexographic printing press to print designs or lettering on rolls of flexible plastic film, paper, and nonabsorbent stock. This position is for 2nd shift.

Wide Web CI Flexographic Print Experience Required.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for reading and interpreting job orders, identifying any possible errors, and setting up equipment accordingly
• Facilitates print press process from start to finish
• Responsible for changing plates and/or materials in between orders
• Maintains quality by performing all required Quality Control inspections prior to production and at assigned inspection points throughout the process.
• Responsible for cleaning machines according to specifications
• Performs light maintenance, supply inventory, when necessary
• Safely operates Material handling Equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks) to stage materials
• Safely, efficiently, and effectively operate assigned press, adhering to all customer specifications, while monitoring quality, production, and waste.
• Monitor and maintain ink pumps, make necessary press adjustments, and troubleshoot and resolve printing-related issues.
• Make press adjustments as required.
• Complete the necessary Quality checks
• Complete shingle board and proper sampling and retain procedures
• Monitor all quality aspects of the print production process.
• Effectively monitor the colors on the printed rolls.
• Ensure all required quality data is properly documented.
• Troubleshoot and solve printing-related issues.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Work scheduled shifts and overtime. Attend all meetings as required.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Experience independently operating flexographic or similar printer in fast paced printing operation
• Demonstrated ability to read measurements in both standard and metric units
• Proven ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate
• Proven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines.
• Strong technical aptitude with experience in manufacturing.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Microsoft office and PC skills
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Results-oriented, process improvement focused.
• Ability to work cross functionally to achieve outstanding results.
• Highly organized, self-starter that can work with little direct supervision.
• Able to regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

SHIFT

• 2nd shift

RATE

• $24.20-33 hourly

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.