Delta Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

As a company dedicated to building a better future for people, the Delta Press Operator plays an integral role in the success of our company and our mission.

As a Delta Press Operator, you are responsible for a Delta converting machine and manufacturing high-quality labels and specialized converted products. You will contribute to the development of new and innovative products encompassing a wide range of different materials.

Operator Responsibilities

• Perform job order review to ensure job requirements are known and understood.
• Set up/adjust press for job runs to meet specifications.
• Monitor product quality during production runs. Check product quality against drawing and established quality standards. Take action to correct any problems.
• Troubleshoot and correct most press operating problems.
• Perform routine press maintenance, upkeep and cleaning.
• Complete accurately all related job paperwork.
• Maintain acceptable productivity standards while minimizing raw material waste.
• Assist R&D and Production teams in researching and developing new applications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to understand and apply detailed instructions, completing detailed work precisely.
• Shop math skills including fractions, percentages and precise measurements.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance and quality standards.
• Ability to meet physical demands of job including the ability to stand for extended periods of time; use of hands/dexterity; stoop, kneel, lift, carry, push and pull. Close and distant vision, accurate color perception, and peripheral vision are critical.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow safety standards.
• Good record of job performance, attendance and punctuality.
• Proven interpersonal, communications and listening skills.
• Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities and change.
• Computer literate.
• Familiar with basic hand tools and inspection equipment such as calipers both dial and digital.
• Good problem solver.
• Knowledge of paper stocks, inks and related materials/techniques used in the printing industry
• Experience in the flexographic printing environment is an asset

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School general education or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) plus years of recent experience as a Label Press Operator in a high-quality, commercial printing company.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, follow verbal and written instructions, and perform basic mathematical calculations dealing with weights and dimensions.

In addition to competitive wages, Meyers offers a rich benefits package for our full tim e employees (30+ hours a week) including health insurance , 401(k) retirement plan and match, generous paid time off , 10 holidays , profit sharing , exercise room and much more!

Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.