Press Helper

Labelink; Pickering; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Labelink is a North American leader in printing solutions and serves the packaging industry with labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, and RFID labels. We are committed to sustainable packaging and supporting ecological goals.

Labelink seeks a press/plate technician to prepare components, verify orders, and mount plates to meet production schedules while upholding safety standards and quality practices. This role includes manual handling and standing for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Able to lift 50 lbs and to stand 8 hours per shift.
• Must be able to work shift hours and weekends when required.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Computer literate.
• Applies good safety and quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare components for installation and review the planning schedule to determine priority production of jobs.
• Check the order number as well as the plate number and ensure all materials comply with the order requirements.
• Retrieve correct die from the storage unit and place it on the trolley with the plate bag and the cylinder.
• Pull envelopes with plates as required to match work orders and to meet production schedule.
• Examine plates and cylinders prior to mounting to ensure they are defect free.
• Communicate defective plates to the supervisor/manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Safety practices

Job description

Labelink is a North American leader in printing solutions and an essential service provider to the packaging industry, offering products such as labels, flexible packaging (pouches), shrink sleeves, and RFID labels. We are also committed to sustainable packaging solutions that support the ecological goals of our clients.

Responsibilities

• Preparing components for Installation:
• Review the planning schedule to determine priority production of jobs.
• Check the order number as well as the plate number and ensure all materials comply with the order requirements.
• Retrieve correct die from the storage unit (if applicable) and place it on the trolley with the plate bag and the cylinder.
• Pull envelopes with plates as required to match work orders and to meet production schedule.
• Examine plates and cylinders prior to mounting to ensure they are defect free.
• Communicate defective plates to the supervisor/manager.
• Promptly mount correct number of plates according to schedule, colors and cylinder required.
• Mount plates to correctly minimize re-mounts due to misalignment.
• Ensure press operators are not down due to not having plates
• Assist with setting up the press stations by assembling trays, hoses ink kits doctor blades and annilox.
• Cut sticky back for cylinder.
• Monitor ink level in trays that they do not spill over or become shallow.
• After the job is finished, splice fresh roll at the head of the press; collect off cuts and throw in garbage.
• Assist with removing components from the press at the completion of each job.
• After the job is finished, splice fresh roll at the head of the press; collect off cuts and throw in garbage.
• Clean up the press and components and return material etc. to storage. If necessary check die for defects and take the appropriate action.
• Wash up all hoses, annilox, trays, doctor blades, ink kits, etc. after the job is done
• Remove all plates with care and wash.
• Inspect washed plates for defects before placing into the plate bag.
• Verify all plates from the job are accounted for, cleaned and returned to plate bag with the finished rolls
• Maintain good housekeeping in press areas by sweeping up around the machine and disposing of garbage and ensure everything is tidy before leaving for the day.

Education & Qualifications

• Able to lift 50 lbs and to stand 8 hours per shift.
• Must be able to work shift hours and weekends when required.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Computer literate.
• Applies good safety and quality practices.

Why join us

Our vision is to transform the packaging industry by consolidating key players, investing in technology, and creating a respectful, stimulating, and dynamic work environment.

Additionally, you will

• Enjoy the opportunity to grow in an environment that values and trusts you.
• Be part of a culture that emphasizes continuous improvement and professionalism.
• Join a friendly, stimulating, and supportive team.
• Develop your career with pride, supported by training projects tailored to your professional interests.
• Benefit from funding for skill development training.
• Enjoy a full range of competitive benefits, including comprehensive group insurance, travel insurance, health accounts, telemedicine, EAP, collective RRSP/TFSA, corporate events, an additional week of vacation during the year-end holidays, and much more!
• We are an equal opportunity employer and accommodates candidates with disabilities. If contacted for an interview and you require accommodation, we will work with you to support your needs.