Press Operator

Flexographic Wide-Web Printing Press Operator

There's a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth. The Press Operator is primarily responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate operation of the printing press. Hours are Monday - Thursday, 4:30 pm to 2:45 am, with a $1 shift differential when working 2nd Shift hours.

Essential Functions

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate an 8-color Uteco 52" wide web flexographic press
• Install Anilox rollers and print sleeves at the proper stations, making necessary adjustments to maintain production quality.
• Reads, understands, and follows print job schedules.
• Monitors equipment and, during press runs, ensures the quality and consistency of finished pieces.
• Makes minor adjustments to equipment as needed during press runs.
• Adjust the press to maximize run speed and produce quality print.
• Perform quality checks on the printed roll.
• Load and unload print sleeves from the press and storage racks.
• Weigh and wrap printed film from the press.
• Change doctor blades and end seals when needed.
• Clean the drum, ink pans, ink pumps, and floor when needed.
• Accurately and timely complete required paperwork and samples.
• Comply with company safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Trained in and comply with Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures.
• Collects and inspects random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments.
• Looks for and has input on implementing suggestions to produce work more efficiently.
• Complies with company safety policies and maintains a clean and orderly work area and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to meet daily production requirements
• Good technical aptitude and computer skills, ability to perform digital set-ups and adjustments
• Ability to perform basic math skills
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment.
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed.

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with flexographic printing, procedures, materials, and equipment with 5+ years of experience.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Work Conditions & Physical Environment

• Frequently (more than 75% of time) required to: stand and/or walk, use ladders and climb stairs, bend and stoop, reach, push/pull, kneel and crouch.
• Lift, carry and/or move items up to 100 pounds, without assistance; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls, to verbally communicate; and to hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Frequently exposed to a non-climate-controlled environment. Frequently (more than 75% of the time) exposed to dust and loud noise. Frequently (more than 75% of the time) exposed to machinery and mechanical, moving parts. Personal protective equipment, such as hearing protection, safety glasses, hair net, and food safety-related items, is required. Exposure to both Normal Propyl Alcohol & Normal Propyl Acetate fumes and solvent-based inks.

Extras

• Employee-Owned
• Weekly Pay
• Advancement Opportunities
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)

About Trinidad Benham

We are a 100% employee-owned company offering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Trinidad Benham cares about you beyond a paycheck and a benefits package. We are culture of teamwork, creativity, pride, and ownership. Everyone at Trinidad Benham strives cohesively to offer exceptional products and service because we know our efforts result in a healthy bottom line and a thriving ESOP. We are planting the seeds for a more sustainable tomorrow. Become an owner today! Trinidad Benham Corporation is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.