AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions servicing Healthcare, Consumer Brand, and Technology clients worldwide. AWT employs nearly 650 associates and operates facilities in Minneapolis, MN (Headquarters), South Elgin, IL, Hauppauge, NY, Grand Blanc, MI, Anaheim, CA, Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, Winston-Salem and Garner, NC. AWT is the trusted partner for leading brands, delivering comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable solutions with exceptional quality, expertise, and responsiveness. More information about AWT can be found at www.awtlabelpack.com

AWT offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, HSA, 401k with match, holidays and paid time off.

2nd shift Press Operator.Work schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 12 hour days. Hours are 4:20 pm - 4:40 amWork 36 hours get paid for 40. Additional days and hours may be necessary to meet the needs of our customers. $1.00 Shift differential applies.

General Description of Job

Set-up, operate and clean-up flexographic printing and converting presses, producing a product that meets our customers needs while maintaining a clean, safe working environment.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities

Follow ISO SOP’s as trained
Follow daily press schedule
Ensure that all required paperwork is complete and accurate
Colors and registration per specifications within tolerance
Ensure that all components for producing product are at press to ensure job is completely ready to Produce from set-up through clean-up
Conscious of waste through operation (time and material)
Good working knowledge of inks and pH./viscosity levels
Output meets customer specification
Product is neatly stacked off press
Good and bad product is clearly marked
Well planned out set-ups and changeovers
For clean-up ensures that all ink is removed from shafts of doctor roll and anilox
Anilox rolls cleaned to prevent plugging of cells
All ink cleaned from press and surrounding area when possible
Base rolls kept clean for each job – no tape or debris remaining; gears cleaned as needed
Performs preventative maintenance as needed
Notifies supervisor of any inconsistencies with finished product, information, or trouble shooting
Courteous with support help;
Participates in the quality and process improvement process
Willing to help in other areas of the shop as the need arises
Detailed change over with next shift

Physical Job Demands

Able to be on feet for long periods of time; able to lift 50 lbs. or more without restrictions.

Skills/Abilities to Meet Job Requirements

Must read, understand and speak English language
Ability to read and understand task at hand (job ticket)
Good working knowledge of ink
Able to match colors effectively
Able to operate machinery comfortably
Able to recognize different types of tooling
Good organization skills
Able to work with deadlines
Able to communicate with others professionally
Able to work in a team environment
Good sense of what a quality product is
Able to trouble shoot problems effectively
Forklift trained
Safety conscious

Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED; vocational technical education preferred; Minimum 3 years flexo press experience.

AWT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all qualified and interested persons to apply for available positions by submitting an application or resume for consideration.AWT will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state and local laws. It is AWT's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Please note these job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

You should be proficient in:

flexographic printing
narrow web printing

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Flexographic Printing Press