Printing Press Operator

Multi-Color Corporation MCC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Press Operator, where your skills will directly impact the production of high-quality labels. This role is essential to ensuring that every label meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency. With a generous benefits package and a commitment to safety and inclusivity, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions. Bring your expertise to a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence in the printing industry. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a printing press operator or related training.
• Ability to perform quality checks and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate press to produce products according to customer specifications.
• Perform quality checks and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Press Operation

Quality Control

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GlobeTek System

Job description

Description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

The Press Operator is an essential member of the team, responsible for the manufacturing of printed labels while continuously monitoring label quality and press conditions.

Why work at MCC:

• Compensation: $22.00 - $27.00 hourly (Depending on experience)
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k)
• Paid Holidays: New Year's, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating holidays

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all plant and corporate safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
• Report all safety concerns or issues to the immediate supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment through daily housekeeping.
• Complete make-ready according to the Job Ticket and Product Specification documents, ensuring correct use of print cylinders, inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers.
• Perform all required quality checks related to product specifications, including visual and functional checks, and press-side quality checks.
• Operate press to produce products according to customer specifications, maintaining quality, minimizing waste, and optimizing press efficiency.
• Maintain consistent quality during production, including critical checks such as copy, color, registration, and ink adhesion, ensuring conformance to quality standards.
• Follow all procedures, work instructions, and quality measurements outlined in the BRC standard.
• Complete press make-ready efficiently.
• Perform all equipment maintenance duties as required.
• Clean plates, cylinders, ink pans, and lubricate the press as needed.
• Enter all required information into the GlobeTeksystem accurately and promptly for material usage and time tracking.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience as a printing press operator or related training.

Diversity & Inclusion:

MCC fosters an inclusive culture that respects and embraces diverse backgrounds and experiences, enabling everyone to reach their full potential. We aim for our company to reflect the diversity of our customers and markets. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of gender identity/expression, age, language, sexual orientation, ability, race, socioeconomic status, national origin, or other characteristics.