Flexo Press Operator

Enerstaff, LLC; Arkansas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A Flexo Press Operator is needed for our Plano, TX facility on a temp-to-hire basis. The shift runs 2:00 pm to 12:30 am with pay from $20 to $38 per hour, start ASAP.

Responsibilities include loading dies, installing print cylinders, loading inks, starting the press, and checking output for quality. Maintain ink viscosity, integrity of color, and perform maintenance as required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED; 1–3 years related experience or training.
• Prefer 5+ years flexographic narrow web press experience.
• Ability to read measurements and perform basic math with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Load dies, install print cylinders, and prepare press for run.
• Fill ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.
• Start press, adjust speed and alignment of stock to print cylinder.
• Engage cylinders, adjust impression, and run test strips for quality.
• Inspect prints for defects and adjust color as needed.
• Clean plates, cylinders and dies; perform routine maintenance.
• Mix inks to achieve desired colors and viscosity.
• Keep work area organized and safe; perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Math calculations

Reading rulers

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Quality inspection

Education

GED/HS diploma

Tools

Gauges & measurement tools

Job description

Flexo Press Operator (Temp-to-Hire)

Location:Plano, TX 75047

Shift:2pm-12:30am

Pay:$20-$38/ hour

Start:ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.
• Fills ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.
• Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.
• Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead-to-lead and runs down approval strip.
• Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections such as print to print out of register, print to die out of register, missing impression, ink starvation or color adjustments, making adjustments as necessary.
• Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required.
• Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity.
• Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards.
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 5 years flexographic narrow web press experience preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales and other measurement devices.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk between multiple machines.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.