Printing Operator (18) - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Hallmark; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime during peak seasons

PPE safety equipment provided

Hazardous chemicals handling training

Job summary

Hallmark Printing Operator position at the Leavenworth Production Center requires assisting the Lead Printing Operator in operating a high-speed, multi-color press for wrapping paper and tissue. Role involves setup adjustments, color target attainment, and monitoring press performance to ensure quality output.

The candidate should have press experience, color perception ability, and mechanical aptitude, with overtime as needed in peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months successful experience as a Merit 17 Print Apprentice.
• Minimum 1 year experience running equipment at various operator levels including GA 40/GA 39/GA37 and related roles.
• Minimum 1 year experience running equipment in Packaging Operator level.
• Equivalent external experience accepted.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and print issues to meet customer standards.
• Help set up press with correct components to achieve color targets and minimize waste.
• Fill in for Lead Printing Operator during breaks and lunches.
• Execute quality systems including preflight, sampling, and salvage removal.
• Prepare paperwork for shipping accuracy and perform press maintenance and cleaning.

Skills

Printing equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Color perception

Mechanical skills

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

GA 40 Large Production Operator

GA 39 Medium Production Operator

GA37 Packaging Operator

MFGS Envelope Technician

Job description

This position reports through the Leavenworth Print Department. The Print department consists of multi-color printing presses to print wrapping paper and tissue at high speed. This is a 2nd shift or 3rd shift opportunity (3:30pm - 12am or 11:30p - 8a), Monday through Friday.

The Printing Operator at the Leavenworth Production Center is responsible for assisting the Lead Printing Operator in the operation of a high-speed, multi-color press that prints wrapping paper and tissue. Printing Operators assist in in the setting-up and adjusting of the press to reproduce high-quality product designs, as well as operates the press efficiently and will monitor, diagnose, and correct printing and mechanical related issues.

In this position you will:

• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and print issues at the start and throughout the production run to ensure printed product meets customer standards. Also assists in determining press speed to ensure efficient operation. Interpret and analyze job specifications/instructions and adjusts either materials, tooling, equipment or ink to meet the job specifications.
• Assist in the set-up of the press with the correct components and with the proper adjustments to achieve color targets with the least amount of waste as possible.
• Fills in during the absence of the Lead Printing Operator. Runs the press through breaks and lunches with a Lead Printing Operator.
• Executes quality system including preflight, sampling plan and the removal of salvage/spoilage.
• Prepare related paperwork/documentation for shipping accuracy, including completing production data and spoilage. Completes regular press maintenance and cleaning including TPM's.

Selection will be based on skills, competencies, and performance. The most qualified candidate will be selected without consideration of seniority. If additional openings become available within 30 days of the posting coming down and the vacancy is still in an open status, applicants will be selected from the original posting.

Job Requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 6 months successful experience as a Merit 17 Print Apprentice
• Minimum 1 year experience running equipment at the GA 40 Large Production Operator, GA 39 Medium Production Operator, Merit 18 Bag Operator, MFGS Envelope Technician, or MFGS Lead Press Operator level
• Minimum 1 year experience running equipment in GA37 Packaging Operator level
• Equivalent external experience

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry items weighing up to 25-50 lbs. frequently, and 50 - 100 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand and walk 95% of the time
• Ability to frequently reach, twist, bend, and perform repetitive hand/wrist motion and fine motor skills
• Ability to frequently work in awkward, cramped, and difficult positions
• Ability to regularly work at or above shoulder level and in awkward positions
• Ability to pass a color perception test.
• Ability to work overtime as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years of general machine experience
• Prior experience in a printing role preferred
• Possess some knowledge of inks, color, and their affect in printing and attaining the correct reproduction of product
• Demonstrated strong mechanical skills and computer skills
• Ability to problem solve technical issues and provide recommendations

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Work includes overtime, as required during peak seasons
• There is some noise and hearing protection is required by Hallmark.
• This is a production environment that requires wearing appropriate PPE and following operating procedures when working with hazardous chemicals, moving press equipment, and working with sharp objects.

This position is located in Leavenworth, Kansas. Relocation is not provided.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.

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