Lead Printing Operator (19) - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Hallmark; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hallmark in Leavenworth, KS seeks a Lead Printing Operator to manage a high-speed press team and ensure color-accurate outputs. You will set up presses, adjust ink systems, and lead the crew to meet quality standards.

The role requires 3+ years in printing, color matching ability, and the capacity to train assistants. Overtime and safety protocols apply; relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' experience on flexo/gravure/litho presses; lead operator or similar role.
• Experience with 4-color process printing and match overprint.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs frequently and 50–100 lbs occasionally.
• Experience as part of a print team; able to stand/walk most of shift.
• Color perception testing required (record on file).
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot print issues at start and during runs to meet standards.
• Set up press with correct components; optimize color with minimal waste.
• Provide leadership and training to Assistant Printing Operators.
• Follow quality systems: preflight, sampling, and salvage removal.
• Prepare shipping paperwork and complete production data/spoilage records.

Skills

Color perception

Mechanical skills

Computer skills

SAP knowledge

Team leadership

Color balance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Description

Pay for this role can be $29-$35/hour for candidates with extensive print operating experience

This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-12:00am or 11:30pm-8:00am.

This position is located in Leavenworth, Kansas. Relocation is not provided.

The Lead Printing Operator in Leavenworth leads a press team in the operation of high speed, multi-color printing presses. Responsible for setting up and adjusting the press to reproduce high quality specialty product designs. Operators must have a good understanding of ink systems and be able to judge, interpret color balance standards. The lead printing operator will be required to manage the press efficiently and will monitor, diagnose, and correct printing and mechanical related issues. Must be able to lead, assist and train press crew.

In this position you will:

• Troubleshoot equipment and print issues at the start and throughout the production run to ensure printed product meets customer standards. The lead printing operator will determine press speed to ensure efficient operation. Interpret and analyze job specifications/instructions and make adjustments to either materials, tooling, equipment or ink to meet the job specifications.
• Set up the press with the correct components and with the proper adjustments, achieve color with the least amount of waste as possible.
• Provide leadership, training, and development to the Assistant Printing Operators.
• Execute quality system including preflight, sampling plan and the removal of salvage/spoilage.
• Prepare related paperwork/documentation for shipping accuracy, including completing production data and spoilage. Completes regular press maintenance and cleaning including TPM's.

Internal applicants - Selection will be based on skills, competencies, and performance. The most qualified candidate will be selected without consideration of seniority. If additional openings become available within 30 days of the posting coming down and the vacancy is still in an open status, applicants will be selected from the original posting.

Job Requirements

To be considered an applicant for this position you must show how you meet the basic qualifications of the job in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. Accepted file types are Microsoft Word (DOC or DOCX), PDF, HTML, or TXT. Individual file size attachment limit is 10 MB.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years' successful experience as an Assistant Printing Operator working on a flexo, gravure, or litho printing press; OR successful experience as a Lead Printing Operator; OR similar print operator role.
• Experience must include 4-color process printing plus match overprint
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry items weighing up to 25-50 lbs. frequently, and 50 - 100 lbs. occasionally
• Demonstrated experience as part of a print team
• Ability to stand and walk 95% of the time
• Ability to frequently reach, twist, bend, and perform repetitive hand/wrist motion and fine motor skills
• Ability to frequently work in awkward, cramped, and difficult positions
• Ability to regularly work at or above shoulder level and in awkward positions
• Ability to pass a color perception test.Testing must be on file.
• Ability to work overtime as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated strong mechanical skills and computer skills
• Possess good knowledge inks, color, and their affect in printing and attaining the correct reproduction of product.
• Good analytical skills to assist in making adjustments to the ink to achieve appropriate color
• Experience with liquid inks preferred
• Ability to problem solve technical issues and provide recommendations
• Self-directed and self-motivated with a proven work ethic and ability to perform under pressure to reorganize and change directions when necessary
• Ability to understand and follow established safety procedures for wearing PPE, and handling hazardous chemicals
• Good math, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to learn and retain knowledge
• Ability to lead and provide direction to the assistant press operators to ensure safe and efficient production
• Working knowledge of SAP

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Work includes overtime, as required during peak seasons
• There is some noise and hearing protection is required by Hallmark.
• This is a production environment that requires wearing appropriate PPE and following operating procedures when working with hazardous chemicals, moving press equipment, and working with sharp objects.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

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