Press Operator 3rd Shift

Overview SATO America is seeking a detail‑oriented, service‑focused Press Operator. The role involves performing complex printing jobs, including setup and troubleshooting for each job, producing products in a highly efficient manner aligned with business goals and KPI’s while meeting the highest possible quality standards. Duties & Responsibilities Operate, set‑up, and troubleshoot flexographic printing presses and auxiliary equipment in accordance with production standards and productivity goals. Utilize product specifications (copy card), change plates, cylinders, and dies. Perform basic maintenance, including lubricants and minor part replacement; request major maintenance when necessary. Maintain work area using 5S methods. Report machine and equipment malfunctions immediately to the group leader, maintenance, or supervisor. Accurately complete all required paperwork in a timely manner. Cross‑train and work on multiple press lines and equipment as needed. Quality Control Follow all quality inspection plans, measuring, checking, and testing various processes and product parameters. Meet established goals for material scrap and yield. Collaboration Collaborate with plant leadership and departments such as engineering, procurement, customer service, and logistics to coordinate production activities, address technical issues, standardize processes, and optimize supply chain processes. Process Improvement Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction. Support all continuous improvement initiatives as required through participation and/or implementation. Health and Safety Compliance Operate machines safely and efficiently in accordance with established rules and regulations. Follow and comply with health and safety regulations. Report any unsafe condition(s), injury, or accident immediately to the immediate supervisor or other member of management. Provide improvement suggestions as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by floor or plant leadership. Qualifications Education and/or Experience: Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to perform basic math functions and use a ruler is a must. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English in order to communicate effectively with co‑workers and to follow instructions. Ability to focus on objects, have good vision and differentiate colors as determined by color blindness testing. Strong mechanical aptitude. Physical Demands The employee must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and may lift over 50 pounds with mechanical devices. Work Environment Contact with moving mechanical systems is the norm. Exposure to non‑hazardous fumes may occur. The noise level may be loud; hearing protection may be recommended or required. Eye protection may be recommended or required. Contact with certain chemicals may occur; these chemicals include both hazardous and non‑hazardous chemicals. Other Duties Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits Health & Wellness: Medical, vision, and dental insurance to include coverage for domestic partners. SATO contributes approximately 75% to the cost of employees’ health insurance coverage along with 100% company‑paid Life & AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, and a pre‑tax Health Savings Account with an employer contribution of $500.00 or $1,000.00 depending on elected medical coverage. Time Away: 10 company‑paid holidays per year and up to ten (10) days accrued vacation time in the first year. Eleven (11) days at year two, twelve (12) days at year three, thirteen (13) days at year four, and fifteen (15) days at year five. We also offer six (6) accrued personal days for you to use for personal matters. Saving for the Future: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match with no vesting schedule. SATO will match 100%/dollar‑for‑dollar of the employee’s 401(k) deferral amount of the first 3% of pay and an additional match of 50%/$0.50 on the next 2% of pay. Work‑Life: Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members, career development, growth opportunities, and referral bonuses. Equal Opportunity Employer SATO America LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you are excited about this role but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. We are focused on creating and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. SATO America LLC's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr