Press Operator - Earn Up to $6.5K Bonus + Benefits

Piworld; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

3 different medical plans

Dental/Vision

401k matching

Short-term disability

Group accident and cancer insurance

Company paid life insurance and long‑m

Job summary

Versa Designed Surfaces in Indiana seeks a Press Operator to run the vinyl base film printer and laminator as part of a small production crew. You will set up materials, adjust machines, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure product quality.

Responsibilities include color verification, record keeping, safety compliance, and minimizing waste while following SOPs to meet color standards and production schedules.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year high school.
• Capable of performing simple mathematical calculations.
• Able to understand and implement oral and written instructions.
• Capable of maintaining accurate written records.
• Must possess the physical means to perform all duties assigned in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must have good eyesight and be capable of detecting differences in colors and textures.
• Must have demonstrated an above average mechanical aptitude.
• Must have basic computer/ERP skills.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies, including PPE for all employees on the press.
• Insure safe handling and storage of cylinders.
• Maintain safety in the work area and in all physical practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping in the work area.
• Adhere to all quality procedures and requirements directed by the quality department.
• Be purposeful and diligent in the minimization of production waste.
• Eliminate (not produce) non-conforming product aka defects.
• Ensure accurate completion of all quality documents and records.
• Report any non-conformance to quality lead, production lead, or supervisor.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, identifying, and adjusting press operation to correct errors and produce acceptable, conforming product.
• Perform an operation check on equipment and report any deficiencies to supervisor.
• Operate all equipment associated with printing, laminating, and ink mixing operations.
• Operate all material handling equipment associated with the operation of the printer.
• Perform operator preventative maintenance, including routine scheduled and non-scheduled press cleaning, to ensure proper operation.
• Change cylinders as necessary to support the quality production needs for a given press.
• Accurately interpret production and quality documents, including SOP’s, production requirements, schedules, job folders, etc.
• Verify all materials for the upcoming job(s) are properly staged prior to end of current job.
• Accurately complete production reports, logs, and material tags
• Assist in color match to master color, including sample books or special samples.
• Assist the color department in maintaining the Master File on all printing colors.
• Successfully trained and able to perform all duties associated with Machine Assist Position
• Successfully trained and able to perform all duties associated with Inspector Position

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer/ERP skills

Mathematical calculations

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Versa Designed Surfaces in Indiana seeks a Press Operator to run the vinyl base film printer and laminator as part of a small production crew. You will set up materials, adjust machines, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure product quality.

Responsibilities include color verification, record keeping, safety compliance, and minimizing waste while following SOPs to meet color standards and production schedules.