Delta Press Operator

Meyers; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Exercise room

Job summary

A leading printing company in Minnesota is seeking a Delta Press Operator to oversee a converting machine and produce high-quality labels and products. You will monitor production quality, resolve challenges, and maintain the machinery. This position requires at least two years of relevant experience and strong attention to detail. In addition to competitive wages, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, generous paid time off, and an exercise room.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and apply detailed instructions.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job.
• Good record of job performance and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform job order review to ensure requirements are met.
• Set up/adjust press for job runs to meet specifications.
• Monitor product quality during production runs.
• Troubleshoot and correct press operating problems.
• Assist R&D in developing new applications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Shop math skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

As a company dedicated to building a better future for people, the Delta Press Operator plays an integral role in the success of our company and our mission.

As a Delta Press Operator, you are responsible for a Delta converting machine and manufacturing high-quality labels and specialized converted products. You will contribute to the development of new and innovative products encompassing a wide range of different materials.

Operator Responsibilities

• Perform job order review to ensure job requirements are known and understood.
• Set up/adjust press for job runs to meet specifications.
• Monitor product quality during production runs. Check product quality against drawing and established quality standards. Take action to correct any problems.
• Troubleshoot and correct most press operating problems.
• Perform routine press maintenance, upkeep and cleaning.
• Complete accurately all related job paperwork.
• Maintain acceptable productivity standards while minimizing raw material waste.
• Assist R&D and Production teams in researching and developing new applications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to understand and apply detailed instructions, completing detailed work precisely.
• Shop math skills including fractions, percentages and precise measurements.
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance and quality standards.
• Ability to meet physical demands of job including the ability to stand for extended periods of time; use of hands/dexterity; stoop, kneel, lift, carry, push and pull. Close and distant vision, accurate color perception, and peripheral vision are critical.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow safety standards.
• Good record of job performance, attendance and punctuality.
• Proven interpersonal, communications and listening skills.
• Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities and change.
• Computer literate.
• Familiar with basic hand tools and inspection equipment such as calipers both dial and digital.
• Good problem solver.
• Knowledge of paper stocks, inks and related materials/techniques used in the printing industry.
• Experience in the flexographic printing environment is an asset.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School general education or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) plus years of recent experience as a Label Press Operator in a high-quality, commercial printing company.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, follow verbal and written instructions, and perform basic mathematical calculations dealing with weights and dimensions.

In addition to competitive wages, Meyers offers a rich benefits package for our full tim e employees (30+ hours a week) including health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan and match, generous paid time off, 10 holidays, profit sharing, exercise room and much more!

Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.