Printing Press Operator

WinCup; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

WinCup in Tolleson, AZ is seeking a Printing Press Operator to set up and maintain various types of presses, ensuring high-quality printed materials. You will be responsible for inking presses, loading paper, and managing the printing process from start to finish.

Ideal candidates should have at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment and possess a High School Diploma or GED. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• One year in a manufacturing environment, paper industry preferred.
• One year as a print/press equipment operator.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain presses for printing.
• Adjust production settings and verify print quality.
• Record and control raw materials for jobs.
• Perform maintenance on presses and troubleshooting.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to function independently

Good oral and written communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Printing Press Operator

Department: Paper Cups

Supervisor's Title: Production Manager

Location: Tolleson, AZ

Work Type: On-Site (Not a Remote Position)

Summary

The Printing Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining various types of presses to produce printed materials. This includes inking the presses, loading paper, and adjusting the presses to the paper size. The operator adjusts the ink flow on the ink rollers and configures, monitors, and fine-tunes the printing process using a control panel or computer monitor.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adjust production settings into the workstation terminals that control automated printing systems.
• Starts presses and pull proofs to check for ink coverage and density, alignment, and registration.
• Reviews job orders to determine quantities to be printed, stock specifications, colors, or special printing instructions.
• Records and controls raw material assigned to jobs, according to the CP-PRN-FRM-001 and 002.
• Feeds paper through press cylinders, adjust feed and tension controls.
• Loads presses with paper and makes necessary adjustments, according to paper size.
• Collects and inspects random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments.
• Adjusts ink fountain flow rates.
• Changes press plates, blankets, or cylinders, as required.
• Cleans presses, makes minor repairs using hand tools.
• Cleans ink fountains, plates, or printing unit cylinders when press runs are completed.
• Secures printing plates to printing units and adjusts tolerances.
• Obtains or mixes ink and fills ink fountains.
• Troubleshoots machinery and monitors automated press operation systems responding to errors or alert messages.
• Verifies that paper and ink meet the specifications for a given job.
• Maintains assigned work tools and equipment.
• Complies with all safety rules, PPE, polices, procedures and practices to include performing lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) of equipment when required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Lead, Shift Supervisor or Department Manager.

Qualifications

• Education – High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience – One year in a manufacturing environment, paper industry preferred / One year as a print/press equipment operator.
• Skills – Basic computer skills; Basic Math skills; Mechanical aptitude; Ability to function independently; Ability to read, write and speak English; Good oral and written communication skills.

Physical Demands (Manufacturing Plant)

• Work an 8+ or 12+ hour shift while sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping, use hands to finger, grasp with hands and arms, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and lifting throughout the entire shift.
• Requires the manual movement of cases of finished goods that weight up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions (Manufacturing Plant)

• Exposed to extreme heat, in-doors in a manufacturing environment that is not air conditioned.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Wear PPE while working, which includes hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards.
• Work an 8+ or 12+ hour day shift.
• Able to work weekdays, weekends and overtime.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Short & long-term disability and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• 401(k) plan with company match after 60 days of employment.

Pre-employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of e-verify, a drug screening and background check.

EEO Statement

WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. At WinCup, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity and strengths of our Team Members, our customers, and community. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. WinCup is also committed to partnering with diverse and inclusive suppliers, vendors and service partners specifically women, minority, veteran, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ, and or socio-economically disadvantaged small businesses. We firmly believe that a diverse organization creates opportunities for all individuals to display their talents, both independently and collaboratively. Diversity fuels our ability to be truly innovative by embodying our values, driving our success, and fostering an environment where every Team Member can thrive and perform at their very best.