Machine Operator in Middletown

Energy Jobline ZR; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

President Container Group in Middletown, CT, is seeking a production operator to set up and run flexographic machinery with strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role requires following tickets, layouts and die cuts, inspecting rolls and plates, and training junior staff while maintaining daily production documentation. This is an on-site position within a fast-paced packaging facility.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow safety policies and maintain good housekeeping.
• Ability to recall orders in the computer system and to produce cartons up to 80% of machine capability.
• Understand and verify that all factory ticket, print layout, and cutting die layout information matches the order.
• Inspect anilox rolls for damage before and after each run.
• Inspect cutting dies and printing plates before and after runs for repairs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up folding rails and print/die cut sections of flexo according to setup techniques.
• Monitor box quality including liner, warp, size, print clarity, and die cut pressure/registration.
• Monitor ink pH and viscosity for max ink performance.
• Record caliper readings at several stages and document on quality sheets.
• Set up, run, monitor, and adjust pre-feeder and related machinery components.
• Train assistant operator to recall order specs and perform basic carton setups.
• Complete daily production reports and related data entries.
• Report maintenance issues to supervision for entry into Micro Main.
• Adhere to production schedule and assist in optimizing it for cost, quality and service.

Job description

2.0 Duties and Responsibilities

• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Be able to recall orders in computer system, set up, make adjustments, and to produce cartons to a level of 80% of that specific machine’s capabilities.
• Understand and ensure that all of the information on the factory ticket, print layout, and cutting die layout is accurate, and matches the order being produced.
• Inspect anilox rolls for damage, before and after each run.
• Inspect all cutting dies and printing plates before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
• Set-up folding rails and print and/or die cut sections of flexo accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques, ensuring all bolts on cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, print clarity and registration, die cut pressure and registration, and carton squareness during the production run as required to comply with our quality process and procedures.
• Monitor ink ph. and viscosity, for maximum ink performance.
• Must take caliper readings of material before going through the press, after it travels through the press, and document readings on quality sheets.
• Must be able to set up, run, monitor, and adjust all settings for the pre-feeder, which feeds material into the machine.
• Must be able to set up, adjust and understand all functions of the Clear Vision Glue System (where applicable)
• Must be able to set up the feed table to maximize productivity during production runs.
• Must be able to clean, change, and rebuild doctor blade chamber systems.
• Must be able to change out ink, and perform wash ups for various orders.
• Must be able to change or adjust knife configurations to meet all job specifications.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and optimum speed.
• Have the ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or
• Illustrated form.
• Must be able to train the assistant operator to perform operator functions, such as: recall order spec numbers for set ups, make proper adjustments to set up basic RSC cartons, and to be able to produce cartons in the absence of the operator.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: FFF data, production data on daily production reports, machine operational status, safety data and quality data.
• Report maintenance issues to supervision for entry into Micro Main.
• Adhere to production schedule, making recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Must be able to, and train, others to set up and operate a load former or stack material to make neat organized units that are in compliance with Unit Presentation Process: the proper use of bottom sheets and tie sheets, and the placement of load tags in the proper position.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Company Description

President Container Group is a leading independent corrugated manufacturer delivering high-performance packaging solutions to customers nationwide. With over 500 employees and continued growth, we are committed to investing in our people, operations, and long-term success. Our environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We are seeking professionals who are hands-on, solutions-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing organization where they can make a meaningful impact.

President Container Group is a leading independent corrugated manufacturer delivering high-performance packaging solutions to customers nationwide. With over 500 employees and continued growth, we are committed to investing in our people, operations, and long-term success. Our environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We are seeking professionals who are hands-on, solutions-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing organization where they can make a meaningful impact.