Digital Press Operator

Hireez; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Benefits starting on first day of the month after hire

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Hireez is looking for a candidate to perform production tasks in the Press Systems area, ensuring minimal downtime through effective equipment operation. You'll teach others, maintain equipment, and engage in continuous learning.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a printing or manufacturing environment, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to analyze technical documents. Benefits include competitive compensation, PTO, and continuing education for potential advancement.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply basic math concepts.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 40#.
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment effectively with minimal downtime.
• Teaches others to diagnose and repair routine equipment issues.
• Provides verbal and written communication regarding operational issues.

Skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to read and analyze technical documents

General knowledge of Windows Office

Education

Experience in a printing or manufacturing environment

Job description

Performs production tasks in the Press Systems area by operating equipment effectively with minimal downtime. The Press System functions include platemaking (prepress), main press, signature creation and delivery to buffer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs and teaches others to diagnose and repair routine equipment issues and instill the importance of preventative maintenance and running equipment to specification.

Maintains a thorough understanding of the process and elevates non-routine system issues upward when appropriate. Actively participates in problem resolution and repair with guidance.

Provides back‑up support to the Sr. Process Technician accountable for the press when required without interruption to the process.

Provides verbal and written communication to Sr. Process Technician with regard to equipment, process, maintenance, quality, staff or other operational issues.

Coaches the cell and demonstrates behavior that sets the example within the cell/team regarding continuous process improvement, safety, and housekeeping.

Encourages collaboration within team as well as individual accountability.

Encourages collaboration within the group that creates ownership and pride in the delivery of error free first pass quality and minimal re‑work/waste.

Participates in training in conjunction with the VMC “Progression” program to improve knowledge and skill related to the Process Technician position. Follows a planned program of continuous learning to complete all mandatory skill blocks. Maintains current skills required for the position, and may pursue additional learning through optional and/or limited skill blocks.

Performs related work and additional duties as needed or required.

Accomplishes duties using safe work practices and equipment while being responsible for reporting all injuries and observed unsafe conditions. Coaches fellow employees on safe work practices as appropriate and contributes to the overall success of the company’s safety program.

Here are a few highlights of working with Valpak:

• Competitive compensation package
• Benefits start on first day of the month after hire date
• High Tech, high speed, operation, 21st century technology including robotics,fully automated production process, very clean, well organized production center and climate controlled to 74 degrees.
• Continuing education blocks to improve job skills and prepare you for advancement potential with pay increase upon successful completion.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

Requirements

Education/Experience:

Twelve to twenty-four months experience in a printing or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to read and analyze technical documents
• Ability to apply basic math concepts
• General knowledge of Windows Office
• Ability to lift/move up to 40#
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to climb ladders and consistently work at varying heights
• Work in a noisy area using hearing protection.