Litho Press Operator

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: Litho Press Operator

Reports To: Printing Supervisor

Position Description:

Directs press crew and performs manual and machine operator tasks related to the set-up, maintenance and operations of a lithographic press and other related duties as directed by the Printing Department Manager and Supervisors.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understands printing job requirements by studying job specifications; assessing requirements for lithography, organizing job schedule sequence while retrieving required ink and paperboard stock; (inspecting printing plates and blankets)
• Sets-up printing presses by loading stock and adjusting for size; setting feed board, side guides, register board, and delivery mechanism; mounting and setting printing plates and blankets; adjusting pressures and tensions; loading and setting inking mechanism; setting computer controls.
• Establishes printing quality by pulling proof sheets; adjusting ink distribution, press speed, water distribution balance, differentiating color, and setting drying temperatures.
• Maintains production and quality by inspecting random production samples; loading paper; adjusting settings and controls; correction feed and delivery issues.
• Ensure that ALL ISO 9001:2000 Procedures, Work Instructions, 6-S, and QPOC’s are followed.
• Minimize downtime, troubleshooting 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 paper; cleaning parts and components; returning paper and ink to stock.
• Ensure all necessary supplies are ready prior to running a specific job
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership and responsibility for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Communicates with customer to establish standards during press approvals.

Education / Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred but not required. 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

( X ) STANDING 40 % of the day on: concrete while: ________________

( X ) SITTING 10 % of the day on: _______ while: On break

( X ) WALKING 50 % of the day while: concrete Distance: 100’

( X ) LIFTING 40 lbs. Maximum from: floor level to: waist level

Average: 40 lbs. Frequency: ½ hour object: paperboard & buckets

( X ) CARRYING 40 lbs. Distance:20’ Frequency: ½ hour

( ) PUSHING ____ lbs. Distance: ___ Frequency: ______

While: ______ Object: _______

( ) PULLING ____ lbs. Distance: ___ Frequency: ______

While: ______ Object: _______

( ) CLIMBING Height: ___ Frequency: ______ On: ______

( ) BALANCING Height: ___ Frequency: ______ On: ______

( X ) BENDING/SQUATTING

Body Part(s): knees Frequency: every ½ hour for 12 hours

( ) TWISTING Body Part(s): ________ Degrees: ____ Frequency: _______

( ) CRAWLING Distance: _______ Frequency: ________ While: _______

( ) KNEELING on: ____ Duration: ______ Frequency: _______

( ) REACHING _____________ Distance: ________

Frequency: ___________ While: ____________

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Inside 100 % outside ____ % Temperature extremes __________

Fumes ____ Dust __X__ Gases ____ Odors ____ Mist ____

Noises: High ___X___ Medium ______ Low ______

HAZARDS / PPE: Safety glasses, ear protection, safety knife and cut gloves.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT: Digital Press 2, 7 flexographic narrow web & 4 color digital, roll cart, hand truck and core splitter, safety knife, basic hand tools