Company profile:
The company is a leading supplier of printed flexible packaging solutions. They are now looking for a Printing Press Lead Operator to join their team.
Title: Printing Press Lead Operator
Salary: 35,000 - 45,000
Role and Responsibilities:
The flexo press operator knows how to operate and set up a flexographic printing press. The role supports manufacturing operations to ensure that the company's sales and profit targets are achieved and exceeded. The printer will work constructively, promote cooperation with all site colleagues, and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
* Maintain all housekeeping standards to ensure care and maintenance of equipment and sustain an organized, clean work environment free from debris and hazards.
* Ensure the press is run at optimum speed while following all job instructions accurately and meeting quality standards.
* Follow all instructions for the safe operation of equipment and wear PPE as required.
* Carry out pre-inspections, report malfunctions or difficulties to Comexi for online support, or to the Operations Director if unresolved.
* Clean printing plates, anilox rolls, and adhere to Operator Maintenance Programmes.
* Monitor ink viscosity.
* Follow all quality guidelines accurately, meet customer requirements, and ensure quality checks are maintained, including adherence to the x-rite system with a delta of 2 or as stipulated.
* Ensure print quality is world class.
* Accurately record production data.
* Meet or exceed targeted standards and correct non-conformances.
* Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled, and report major issues to the Operations Director or Shift Supervisor.
* Work safely, following all safety policies and good practices, and ensure compliance with BRC and FSC Chain of Custody requirements.
* Perform any additional duties as requested by supervisor or management.
* Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with a positive attitude towards teamwork.
* Maintain health and safety standards throughout the business, report concerns, near misses, and incidents, and assist in investigations.
Management cover:
In the absence of the Printing Press Lead Operator, responsibilities will be taken up by the Production Manager.
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