Press Operator, Sr.

Graphic Packaging Careers - Perry, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Perry, GA

10,001+ employees

About the position

The position involves monitoring all aspects of the printing process at Graphic Packaging International, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards. The role includes leading a team, providing training, and troubleshooting printing issues to maintain high-quality output while minimizing waste.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all company and department safety, quality, productivity and security procedures.
• Ensures accuracy and compliance of operator documentation involving all aspects of the assigned machines.
• Monitors and adjusts print register, side to side alignment, de-curl unit, and delivery adjustments to maximize quality and minimize waste.
• Monitors special work assignments of team members as introduced by department manager and supervisors.
• Leads activities of crew and provides job instruction and training for all employees.
• Communicates all machine and department issues effectively to department manager and supervisors and presents data-based solutions.
• Monitors carton quality including print to cut, scores, and print quality using AVT system.
• Responsible for communicating with Lead Finishing Operators regarding production changeovers and related issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned by department manager.
• Assists in 'breaking out' unwind, ink and operator as needed.
• Follows quality procedures including ink density and color monitoring.
• Understands and monitors the 5S system and takes ownership of the working environment.
• Assists with stacking off product when necessary and helps keep WIP materials to a minimum.
• Monitors cutting, stack quality and consistency.
• Sets up computer and AVT system on all job changes and clears jams.
• Assists with the foaming of dies and changing pins, and changes out modules.
• Operates A&F system and replaces belts in delivery.
• Leads make-ready activities and changes doctor blades and seals.
• Sets print impressions and monitors line speed.
• Lays out print deck to graphic lay down sequence and prepares press accordingly.
• Monitors ink blade pressure and leaks, and troubleshoots printing and press-related issues.
• Culls waste material and transfers them, powers down machine at shutdown, and assists Flexo Operator and coworkers as needed.
• Completes preventative maintenance on equipment and records activities into SAP.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED
• Work experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2-5 years of Flexographic experience
• Ability to communicate effectively to establish strong working relationships
• Must be willing to accept training and feedback as needed
• Must be able to visually identify quality issues.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year