Job Description

Company Overview:

Zumbiel is a fourth-generation family-owned business that has been in the printing and packaging business for over 180 years. We are a printing and packaging company offering a wide range of products from beverage to consumer, and one of the leading in the industry. This is a company that offers the opportunity for a career and a unique culture with our family-owned atmosphere.
What makes us unique:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k with company match Commitment to employee health & wellness through wellness program Growth opportunities with performance reviews and internal hiring Company sponsored events to promote culture & engagement Driven by our core values

Job Title:

Assistant Digital Press Operator

Reports To:

Printing Supervisor

Position Description:

Performs manual and machine operator tasks related to the set-up, maintenance and operations of a flexographic digital press and other related duties as directed by the press operator, Printing Department Manager and Supervisors.

Primary Responsibilities:

Understands printing job requirements by studying job specifications; assessing requirements for flexography digital, organizing job schedule sequence while retrieving required paperboard rolls for upcoming jobs. Sets-up printing presses by loading rolls with roll cart and adjusting for size. Assist operator with make ready and sleeve change functions. Assist operator with automatic register controls. Assist operator with die change duties. Responsible for ink change during the copy change Maintain ink viscosity, PH, measure DE, density, color match approved art, and ensure all ink levels are maintained Maintains production and quality by inspecting production samples, board caliper on every roll. Ensure that ALL ISO 9001:2000 Procedures, Work Instructions, 6-S, and QPOC's are followed Minimize downtime, trouble shooting stoppages and breakdowns; calling for Maintenance assistance. Ensure consistent Printing Machine operation by completing preventative maintenance as required Shuts-down printing presses by removing ink and changing paper; cleaning parts and components; returning ink to stock Ensure all necessary supplies are ready prior to running a specific job Remove printed cartons from press to build and tag WIP loads Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership and responsibility for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Job Specifications:

Ability to Make-Ready roll stand to job specific roll sizes.

Ability to use hand truck to move WIP loads

Ability to log roll specific numbers to job specific factory order numbers.

Ability to make-ready printing plates to job specific art numbers.

Ability to make-ready ink stations to job specific ink numbers.

Ability to safely disassemble and reassemble chamber blades.

Ability to assist make-ready press within established MR standard allowance

Ability to identify and correct printing quality issues

Education / Experience:

Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Communication Skills / Requirements:

Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with management, peers and other employees. Have active listening skills, attention to detail and follow-through. Must demonstrate tact, professionalism, teamwork, flexibility, an organized approach to work and a positive attitude.

HAZARDS / PPE:

Safety glasses, ear protection, safety knife and cut gloves.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT:

Digital Press 1, 7 flexographic narrow web & 4 color digital, roll cart, hand truck and core splitter, safety knife, basic hand tools.