12-Hour Rotating Plate Mounter Flexo

PPC Flexible Packaging; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Flexible Packaging is seeking a Plate Mounter to mount plates for flexographic presses, producing quality flexible packaging on time per work instructions and safety procedures. Assist with setup, documentation, and maintenance, contributing to team goals and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read instructions. The position includes a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (2-2-3) and may require lifting up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• Detail-orientation required for completing required paperwork and information system's inputs with a high degree of accuracy.
• Previous mounting/press experience and mechanical aptitude/experience is highly preferred.
• Industrial production environment experience with safety training is preferred.
• Able to read and understand work instructions and accept verbal direction to successfully complete procedures and tasks.
• Capable of performing mathematical calculations, and properly using tape measures and micrometers; understanding geometry related to cylinder pitch.
• Flexibility in work assignments to address dynamic production needs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Mount plates on flexographic presses according to job dictates to ensure proper registration.
• Clocks in/out of orders and records time with appropriate classifications.
• Review instructions and verify cylinders, sticky-back, and plates are ready before setup; resolve discrepancies with Shift Leader.
• Ensure accurate proof and print quality; assist with preventive maintenance as needed.
• Share knowledge with less-experienced teammates and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Mechanical aptitude

Reading work instructions

Math calculations

Teamwork

Quality compliance

Tape measures

Micrometers

Tools

Tape measures

Micrometers

Job description

PPC Flexible Packaging is seeking a Plate Mounter to mount plates for flexographic presses, producing quality flexible packaging on time per work instructions and safety procedures. Assist with setup, documentation, and maintenance, contributing to team goals and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read instructions. The position includes a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (2-2-3) and may require lifting up to 75 pounds.