1st Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Autajon Packaging; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Autajon Packaging is seeking a dedicated Printing Press Operator in South Plainfield, New Jersey. The role involves setting up and maintaining offset printing press equipment while ensuring strict compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality work and conducting regular maintenance on machinery. A commitment to safety and teamwork, as well as a proactive approach to problem-solving, is essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain offset printing press equipment.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications from job bag.
• Print orders with emphasis on accuracy.
• Assure customer satisfaction with printed product quality.
• Produce work meeting established production standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot color control tools.
• Inspect for defects before and during run.
• Follow printing procedures and note problem areas.
• Input production information into Company's PDE system.
• Conduct weekly maintenance on machinery.
• Learn new processes to increase efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Request materials in a timely manner.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job description

• Properly set up and maintain offset printing press equipment.
• Read job bag and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Print orders following the information and specifics listed on the job bag with an emphasis on accuracy.
• Assure complete customer satisfaction with the quality of the printed product, including exact color match.
• Produce high quality work meeting established production standards.
• Use, maintain and troubleshoot color control tools.
• Inspect for defects before and during run. Set inspection control device and make necessary corrections.
• Follow printing procedures and clearly identify problem areas on loads (blue line) and note on checklist and breakdown.
• Collect and input production information into Company's PDE system.
• Conduct weekly maintenance on machinery, reporting any issues or problems to appropriate supervisor.
• Continuously learn new processes to increase efficiency as well as maintaining proficiency in operation of all current equipment.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working area at all times to efficiently produce materials.
• Request materials in a timely manner. Communicate urgency of materials needed to Supervisor.
• Perform additional duties/projects as assigned by management and/or Supervisor.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must learn and comply with all Cultech, Inc. safety rules; reference to employee handbook.