Press Operator – Wide-Web Printing & Color Quality

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Time Off + holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Omaha, NE is seeking an experienced Press Operator to run the press at target production rates while maintaining quality across rolls and finishes. The role includes setting up, changing over, color adjustment, and collaborating with a second press operator to meet tight setup times.

The ideal candidate has a background in printing presses, strong English communication, and the ability to read specs and proofs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years' experience on a printing press; flexographic wide web strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, proofs and spec sheets.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• A drive to succeed and self-starter attitude.

Responsibilities

• Run the press at the targeted production rate while maintaining quality.
• Run re-winder and pull rolls off the press.
• Handle plant equipment and supplies by yourself.
• Check print quality against specifications on every roll and adjust color as needed.
• Assist in training press apprentices following established procedures.
• Work as a team with the 2nd Pressman within restrictions and capabilities.
• Achieve targeted setup times and minimize roll changes.
• Perform press changeovers following setup procedures.
• Monitor the web through the scanner every 5 minutes.
• Maintain and label hazardous waste.
• Ensure finished orders align with extrusion paperwork and labeling.
• Communicate with 2nd Pressman and inspect items for next setup.
• Report food safety and quality problems to the Department Lead or QA.
• Check in paperwork for next setup (spec, layout, paper proof).
• May perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Printing press experience

English communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Graphic Packaging International in Omaha, NE is seeking an experienced Press Operator to run the press at target production rates while maintaining quality across rolls and finishes. The role includes setting up, changing over, color adjustment, and collaborating with a second press operator to meet tight setup times.

The ideal candidate has a background in printing presses, strong English communication, and the ability to read specs and proofs.