Offset Press Operator

Avature; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sustainable packaging solutions is seeking a skilled Offset Press Operator. This full-time role involves operating and maintaining a sheet-fed offset press, ensuring product quality and adherence to specifications. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and inclusion, the company offers comprehensive training and development opportunities. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to innovative packaging solutions that make a difference. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a supportive environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401K

Paid Time Off

Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience running and troubleshooting a similar press.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and operational documents.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate sheet-fed offset press to meet customer specifications.
• Perform routine adjustments and maintain quality throughout the press run.

Skills

Press Operation

Quality Control

Mechanical Aptitude

Basic Computer Skills

Time Management

Tools

SFDC

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Hiring Immediately - Full Time

Offset Press Operator- Hicksville, NY

2nd Shift: 3PM-1AM; During overtime 5 PM-5AM

This is a unionized facility

Payrate: $34.29 + 7% Shift Differential for working 2nd shift - When working 2nd shift, brings hourly pay to $ 36.69/hr

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available after 2 months of employment
• 401K after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off
• Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The Opportunity:

• Responsible for the performance of manual and machine tasks in the setup, maintenance, and operation of sheet-fed offset press to accurately produce product to customer specifications.
• Reads work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
• Starts machines and performs trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setups.
• Observes and monitors machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.
• Assures the image is registered from unit to unit and runs samples to make adjustments to assure print quality and color settings are in accordance with densitometer readings.
• Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position and department.
• Performs routine adjustments during the press run and maintain quality throughout the run.
• Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.
• Accurately follows instructions.
• Maintains and records daily production, using specified forms.
• Records and amends production information in SFDC such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Opens machines and removes/replaces damaged product using hand tools.
• Ensures efficient operation of presses and related equipment performing preventive maintenance requirements according to operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and established preventive maintenance schedules.
• Understands and respects responsibilities of working in an SOP and cGMP environment.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with company safety rules, procedures and regulations.
• Effectively communicates with and to management staff.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• Must have 5-7 years of related experience running, troubleshooting and performing quality control on a press of similar size and complexity.
• Must have the ability to read and write instructions and correspondence.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Must have the ability to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
• Must have basic computer skills (email, word processing, etc.).
• Must have the ability to perform intermediate arithmetic (decimals, fractions, ratios, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, etc.).
• Must be able to read a ruler.
• Must be able to do accurate work.
• Must be able to manage time effectively and independently.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.