Printing Press Feeder

Job Description
Job Description
About us:
Everett Graphics is a fast growing manufacturing company based in the bay area. If you are interested in working for a progressive, innovative company that is making a difference by producing environmentally friendly packaging, this job is for you!
Requirements:
· Adherence to food safety GMP's when handling or near food packaging and materials.
· Maintaining self in a sober, healthy and physically capable manner to perform optimally the duties of the position.
· Responsible for following those items of the Food Safety Program within the scope of their position at Everett Graphics, Inc.
· Responsible for their personal self; dependable, diligent, loyal, appropriately dressed and demonstrates honesty and integrity in all actions at Everett Graphics, Inc. Shall demonstrate a high level of maturity in the performance of their position.
· Setup and operation of printing press in-feed.
Hiring for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts! Differential pay offered for 3rd shift.
Specific Responsibilities:
· This position reports to and is responsible to the Printing Department Manager. Performs other duties as assigned by the Printing Department Manager.
· Responsible for following all safety procedures as prescribed by Everett Graphics, Inc.
· Ensure the following actions are taken with regard to safety:
o Personal
o Clothing
o Machinery
· Identifying in a proactive manner possible safety issues and taking actions to prevent problems and accidents.
· Responsible for the quality control points within the scope of their position at Everett Graphics, Inc.
· Responsible for reporting any food safety or quality related problems to a member of the supervision or management team.
· Maintains work areas throughout the shift to GHP Standards.
· Demonstrates the desire to hold positions of increasing responsibility through conduct of personal self, internal training and achieving the highest skill level.
· Follow Press Safety Rules
· Make-Ready Duties
o Check board dimensions and thickness (caliper)
o Load board for job and set feeder up accordingly
o Change coating per job specifications as needed
o Verify and record coating viscosity using #3 Zahn Cup
o Assist in cleaning coating chamber for next job coating if needed
o Assist in installing printing plates and coating blanket(s)
o Check Side Guide Registration
o Check and record conductivity of fountain solution. Alert Lead Press Operator if out of spec.
· Run Duties
o Operate Feeder for continuous Running
o Continually check Side Guide Alignment
o Maintain a clean and organized work area
· Line Clearance Duties
o Count and record feeder waste sheets
o Remove scrap board from press to waste
o Assist in removing inks from fountains
o Assist in washing ink fountains and ink knives
o Assist in washing rollers and blankets (when manual wash)
o Assist in removing printing plates and coating blanket(s)
· In the Printing Press Feeder absence, the 2nd Press Operator will accept the responsibilities of the position.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
2-3 years printing press experience
Good communication skills
We offer:
* 401K
* Medical/Dental benefits
* Tuition Assistance
* No cost Long Term Disability Insurance
* Competitive pay
* Positive work environment with opportunities for advancement
Company Description
Founded in 1980, Everett is a leading producer of innovative, folding-carton packaging solutions, designed and manufactured in Northern California. Our employees produce environmentally friendly packaging in partnership with startups and Fortune 500 companies around the globe in the food and beverage, health and beauty, pharmaceutical and medical, and technology and software sectors, among other industries. From structural design to manufacturing, shipping, and logistics, Everett has the tools it takes to create award-winning customized packaging solutions.
Company Description
Founded in 1980, Everett is a leading producer of innovative, folding-carton packaging solutions, designed and manufactured in Northern California. Our employees produce environmentally friendly packaging in partnership with startups and Fortune 500 companies around the globe in the food and beverage, health and beauty, pharmaceutical and medical, and technology and software sectors, among other industries. From structural design to manufacturing, shipping, and logistics, Everett has the tools it takes to create award-winning customized packaging solutions.