Press Operator (2nd Shift)

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The Press Operator sets up and operates flexographic presses to produce quality products that meet customer and production standards while monitoring ink colors ensuring proper substrate cutting.

The Press Operator collaborates with the team to maintain safety, efficiency, and product consistency in an inclusive work environment.

Shift runs Monday through Friday, 2:45 pm to 11:15 pm.

Second-shift employees with 90 days of service will receive an additional $2.50 per hour, contingent on attendance and aligned with OMNIs 'Attendance Incentive Program' and procedures, Program duration, incentive amounts, payment schedules, and shift allocations remain subject to company discretion and may be changed, amended, or discontinued at any time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Set up ink, tooling, and dies according to customer and production specifications, ensuring accurate substrate cutting.Replace master roll, remove waste, and stage materials as needed.Monitor and adjust ink colors and press settings to maintain consistency and quality throughout the run.Verify materials, color standards, and specifications match job requirements before and during production.Start and operate the press, achieving acceptable color, fit, registration, and position efficiently.Maintain proper running speeds, tension, and plate alignment; monitor and adjust for consistent, high-quality output with minimal waste.Perform quality checks, scan sheets for accuracy, and pull samples for Quality Assurance.Complete required paperwork and document material usage and time.Conduct routine preventative maintenance, clean equipment and workstation, and assist with general area upkeep.Remove and clean plates, cylinders, and related press components as needed.Report inventory deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.Stage printer material for next department or process.Follow all department work instructions.Ensure compliance with company safety rules and policies.Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience The minimum education required for this position is a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).Experience with flexographic presses is highly preferred.

Machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting is required.

Key Competencies Communication Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, safety guidelines, documentation, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to communicate clearly with team members and leadership when issues arise Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimalsAbility to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs Computer Skills Basic computer skills are a must.Basic proficiency in operating systems such as Radius or similar platforms preferredAbility to navigate men...