Litho Press Operator - 2nd shift

IDEMIA; Exton (PA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IDEMIA Secure Transactions in Exton, PA seeks an experienced Litho Press Operator to run 5/color, 6/color, and 8-color sheet-fed presses, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. The role focuses on plate mounting, color matching, and pre-run inspections within a fast-paced production environment.

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of litho operator experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and familiarity with ISO procedures, 7QB, and FPR standards as guided by management.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Be mechanically inclined with basic maintenance skills.
• Minimum 3 years as a Litho operator with ISO procedures understanding.
• Follow the 7QB and FPR standards as set by management.

Responsabilidades

• Direct press helper/2nd press person and Kitter in daily tasks.
• Set up press by mounting plates and preparing while adjusting print quality and color.
• Match color goals using a densitometer, PMS standards, and in-house references.
• Perform final pre-run inspection and obtain authorization from graphics supervisor.
• Inspect orders for defects and correct issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate production issues to the supervisor.
• Monitor fountain solution levels and related chemistry parameters.
• Ability to mix ink if necessary.
• Complete final count and inspection with accurate records.
• Make PIF changes and notify print planners for next reorder.
• Clean press thoroughly and safely with PPE.
• Perform maintenance on the UV system and schedule weekly/monthly upkeep.
• Replace parts when needed and adjust rollers.
• Handle and dispose of chemicals properly.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance basics

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Sheet-fed litho press

Descripción del empleo

IDEMIA Secure Transactions, a division of IDEMIA Group, is the leading technology provider making it safer and easier to pay and connect. With unmatched expertise in cryptography and credential issuance, IST is trusted by over 2,000 financial institutions, mobile operators, automotive manufacturers, and IoT providers worldwide. Every day, IST secures billions of essential transactions, ensuring the highest levels of data protection and convenience

Overview

The Litho Press Operator must demonstrate their ability to properly operate a 5, 6 and 8-color sheet fed press, while adhering to the Safety, Quality, Security and Audit compliance regulations.

Shift

2:30pm - 11:00pm

Responsibilities

• Direct press helper/2nd press person and Kitter in their daily tasks.
• Set up press by mounting plates, making ready while adjusting print quality, registration and color.
• Match color goal with the use of a densitometer, 4 and 7 color process, PMS book standards, customer color standards, and/or in house standards.
• Make final pre-run inspection and obtain authorization from graphics supervisor.
• Inspect the order for defects during production and correct any issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate any issues during production to the supervisor.
• Monitor fountain solution levels (i.e. conductivity, alcohol %)
• Ability to mix own ink if necessary.
• Complete final count and inspection, ensuring the record keeping is accurate and timely manner.
• Make proper PIF changes if necessary and give a copy to the print planners for the next reorder.
• Clean press thoroughly and safely using proper protective equipment at all times.
• Perform maintenance on the UV system
• Performs ALL weekly and monthly maintenance on the equipment.
• Replace parts when applicable.
• Replace and/or adjust rollers.
• Proper handling and disposal of chemicals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent.
• Be mechanically inclined and have basic maintenance skills.
• Minimum 3 years as a Litho operator. Must have an understanding of the press room ISO procedures and practices.
• Following the 7QB and FPR standards, set forth by management.