Digital Press Sr. Operator

Valpak; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 51,577,344 - 68,769,792; Full time

Job summary

Valpak in Saint Petersburg, FL seeks an experienced Press Operator to support the digital press area. You will coach and train the cell, operate the roll-to-roll digital press and roll-to-finish equipment, and ensure quality with minimal downtime.

You will lead safety, packaging, and packing processes, manage workflow to meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams. Strong communication and hands-on mechanical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Team leadership and training of others.
• Strong problem solving and organization.
• Basic computer and office software skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years running roll-to-roll digital presses.
• Roll-to-finish experience (MBO/Hunkler/iWeb).
• Knowledge of paper stocks, weights and finishes.
• Ability to read English and interpret data and measurements.
• Will cross-train on other equipment.
• Lifts at least 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safety of all assigned equipment and crew members is prioritized.
• Operate roll-to-roll digital press and roll-to-finish equipment per procedures.
• Follow escalation procedures and communicate with leads/managers.
• Assist in writing Work Instructions and Job Aids.
• Read production orders and ensure correct product per specs.
• Lead training and master workflow for crew members.
• Finish, palletize, and properly pack products with identifiers.
• Maintain safety, quality, maintenance and best practices.
• Manage workflow to meet deadlines and monitor supplies.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MBO/Hunkler/iWeb

Job description

Summary

Supports the Press Systems area by applying advanced knowledge of the digital press functions, coaching and training the cell/team to operate equipment effectively with minimal downtime and optimal quality. Provides manufacturing floor direction for a cell (team) and is accountable for job skills training for the cell.

• Responsible for safety of all assigned equipment and fellow crew members.
• Operation of roll-to-roll digital press and roll-to-finish equipment, in accordance with manufacturer's operating procedures.
• Follow documented escalation procedures. Provide necessary information to leads and managers in a timely manner.
• Responsible for assisting in writing of Work Instructions and Job Aids
• Read and understand a printrun production order to ensure the correct product is produced according to specifications.
• Master company workflow and execute training for all crew members.
• Finishing and palletizing of all products.
• Ensure proper packing of all products. This includes pallet placards, tray tags and other necessary material identifiers.
• Maintain safety, quality, maintenance, and best practices.
• Manage workflow effectively to ensure deadlines are met.
• Monitor inventory of supplies needed for the press and its associated equipment.
• Work in a cross-functional environment.
• Other duties, and cross training as assigned

Valpak

Job Description

Job Title:

Grade

FLSA Status:

Revision

Digital SPT

Non-Exempt

Hourly Press Two

February 2024

Summary

Supports the Press Systems area by applying advanced knowledge of the digital press functions, coaching and training the cell/team to operate equipment effectively with minimal downtime and optimal quality. Provides manufacturing floor direction for a cell (team) and is accountable for job skills training for the cell.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for safety of all assigned equipment and fellow crew members.
• Operation of roll-to-roll digital press and roll-to-finish equipment, in accordance with manufacturer's operating procedures.
• Follow documented escalation procedures. Provide necessary information to leads and managers in a timely manner.
• Responsible for assisting in writing of Work Instructions and Job Aids
• Read and understand a printrun production order to ensure the correct product is produced according to specifications.
• Master company workflow and execute training for all crew members.
• Finishing and palletizing of all products.
• Ensure proper packing of all products. This includes pallet placards, tray tags and other necessary material identifiers.
• Maintain safety, quality, maintenance, and best practices.
• Manage workflow effectively to ensure deadlines are met.Monitor inventory of supplies needed for the press and its associated equipment.
• Work in a cross-functional environment.
• Other duties, and cross training as assigned

Requirements And Qualifications

• Work in a team environment and lead and train others
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills
• Basic computer and office application skills
• High school or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years running roll to roll digital presses. (Preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Roll-to-finish experience. (MBO/Hunkler/iWeb)
• Understanding of postal addressing and palletizing requirements
• Thorough understanding of paper stocks, weights, and finishes
• Ability to read English, interpret work instructions, numerical data, and ruler measurements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must be willing to cross-train on other equipment
• Punctual and willing to work overtime as required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Recognize deviations in quality control standards.
• Job requires ability to lift minimum of 30lbs.