Proof Press Operator
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JOB SUMMARY
This position operates on a first-shift schedule of Monday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Individual will operate the gravure proof presses to create strike offs for Studio and manufacturing. In addition, they will operate the off-line embosser and help in the hand screen department as needed. The person in this position works closely with the product development team to gain efficiencies in our commercial/residential new product development and manufacturing processes.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Operating Proof Press
- Mounting/dismounting of print sleeves, loading/unloading print cylinders into machine, adjusting color trials, and clean-ups.
- Keep good records/drawdowns/sample retains, and various other duties directly dealing with the machine.
- Follow standard operating procedure for the press.
- Follow standard operating procedure for adjusting ink on press.
- Work closely with the Studio to achieve desired results.
- Understand deadlines related to product development timelines.
- Perform preventative maintenance on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Keep area clean and maintained daily.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Operating Off-Line Embosser
- Follow standard operating procedure for the embosser
- Load/unload emboss rollers into machine and emboss strike offs.
- Keep good records/sample retains, and other various duties that directly deal with the machine.
- Help to manage daily strike offs with coordination through off-line embosser or press, depending on current departmental needs
- Handscreen department
- Assist color mixers
- Learn the operation and assist when needed.
- Other duties as assigned by management