Utility Operator - Napkin Printing -2nd shift

Unique Industries, Inc.; Montoursville (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unique Industries, Inc. is seeking a Utility Operator for the Napkin Printing department on 2nd shift in Montoursville, PA. You will prepare presses, mount stock, mix inks, adjust pressure, and ensure alignment and quality during runs.

This is a safety-minded, skilled role requiring basic math and reading comprehension; prior packing or plant experience is valued. Cross-training to operate a Mark Andy press is expected, with onsite work.

Qualifications

• Pass Color Acuity Test.
• Understand basic written and oral instructions.
• Perform basic math.
• Communicate with management and coworkers to meet goals.
• Run a printing press to established standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with machine operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the press for scheduled runs.
• Mount plate, napkin, or label stock to the press.
• Determine ink formulations and transfer to printing stations.
• Adjust printing cylinder pressure for correct print.
• Ensure web alignment and quality during runs.
• Make adjustments as needed during the run.
• Remove finished roll and reset for next run.
• Adhere to safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow changeover procedures.

Skills

Color acuity

Basic math

Communication

Press operation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utility Operator - Napkin Printing -2nd shift

Full Time Montoursville, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2766

About Our Opportunity

We are seeking safety minded team members with an attention to detail for a Utility Operator position in our Napkin Department at our fast paced, manufacturing facility located in Montoursville, PA on 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM). Must maintain appropriate workflow of production, as well as assist in any related operation of that product. Would be responsible for running the slitting machine. Must be fully cross trained to run a Mark Andy printing press and would act as back up operator. Must ensure product is produced to quality standard, while maintaining safety and production standards. This is a skilled level position.

Responsibilities

• Preparing the press for scheduled runs.
• Mounting raw plate, napkin or label stock to the press
• Determining formulation of inks needed for printer and transferring them into printing stations.
• Making correct pressure adjustments for printing cylinders to attain necessary print.
• Ensuring correct alignment of web.
• Accomplishing any necessary adjustments during the run.
• Removing finished roll from rewind stand at completed run.
• Adheres to all safety rules, procedures, and protocol.
• Examining the finished product.
• Ensuring the quality of the print for correct registration or color.
• Addressing any concerns as they occur.
• Must maintain positive working relationships with team members.
• Consistently keeps up with machine output.
• Assists Operators with basic Operator functions (wrapper jams, roll changes)
• Preparing the roll of plate stock onto the roll stand with the assistance of other operators.
• Determining when product meets quality standards of all areas for further operations of packaging.
• Assist packers with labeling of bags and boxes.
• Maintain Housekeeping.
• Perform roll changes to a new item using the item changeover procedure checklist.

Qualifications

• Able to pass Color Acuity Test
• Ability to understand basic written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to communicate with management and coworkers in order to meet departmental goals.
• Ability to run a printing press successfully to established standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6 months prior experience as a packer 2; or 1 Year of Plant Employment (Internal)
• 1-3 years manufacturing experience (external)
• Previous Machine Operation Experience Preferred.
• Fulfilled Operator 1 requirements within 6 months of employment – Preferred
• Any combination of education, skills, and experience that effectively meets the requirements of the position.

Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

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