We are currently recruiting for an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to join our Production Team at our Franklin, TN facility. The Flexo Press Operator is responsible for the efficient set up and operation of a flexographic press while printing labels to specification and ensuring that quality is maintained in a consistent manner. ** 3 day / 12-hour shift, work 36 hours and receive 4 hours incentive pay equal to 40 hours per week!!! ** Hours are 6:00am - 6:30pm. Work schedule to be discussed. Responsibilities: · Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.
· Fills ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.
· Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.
· Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead-to-lead and runs down approval strip.
· Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections such as print to print out of register, print to die out of register, missing impression, ink starvation or color adjustments, making adjustments as necessary.
· Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required.
· Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity.
· Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards
Why work with us? Take a look at all we have to offer!
· Comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision health insurance · Excellent 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution · Eight paid holidays a year in addition to paid time off that increases with tenure · Short term & long-term disability along with company paid life insurance · We pride ourselves in investing in our employees by offering onsite training and the ability to have unlimited growth potential within our organization · We believe in rewarding our employees with performance-based salary increases