Metal Decorating Press Operator

Matthews International; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a skilled Metal Decorating Press Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will operate advanced aluminum can decorating equipment, ensuring high-quality print results for global customers. Your expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining machinery will be crucial as you work closely with your peers to meet production schedules. This position offers the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the success of a leading brand solutions provider. If you're self-motivated and detail-oriented, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of printing or machine operating experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain printing equipment.
• Familiarity with chemical handling and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate aluminum can decorating machines.
• Monitor and maintain print quality throughout the process.
• Assist in press maintenance and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Power Tools

Forklifts

Welding Equipment

Cutting Torch

Job description

SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value. SGK is a Matthews International company.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Metal Decorating Press Operator operates the 8-10 color aluminum can decorator and related equipment to support the test printing of can designs for our global customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for setup and operation of aluminum can Decorating Machine and conveyor equipment.
• Monitor ink feeding and printing processes to maintain print quality, detect malfunctions and plan for and take immediate corrective action.
• Make changeovers or conversions by setting up equipment for change in material and product.
• Load cans during print trials.
• Check, test and measure product for quality specifications, inspect for visual defects and report quality and production issues to supervisor.
• Use color instrumentation to read densities and values.
• Press maintenance and organization.
• Press cleanup (inks and plates).
• Direct press assistant to achieve production schedule.
• Cross-train on all workstations within department.
• Maintain inventory of inks, aluminum cans, spare parts and other items as needed.
• Assist in the development of and comply with safety SOP’s and work instructions, including Lockout/Tagout, chemical handling, machine guarding, PPE, etc.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred.
• 2+ years of previous printing, machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot printing press issues.
• Familiar with proper handling of chemicals/solvents.
• Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability adjust focus.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

At Matthews International, what makes us different is what makes us great. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Matthews International affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Matthews International endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, Matthews International provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.

About the company

Matthews International Corporation is a global provider of brand solutions, memorialization products and industrial technologies.