Press Assistant- B Shift

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Full Time Direct Labor Erlanger, KY, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $25.00 Hourly

The Schedule for this position would be Week 1 4:45 PM to 4:45 AM Monday-Thursday, Week 2 4:45 PM to 4:45 AM Tuesday-Friday

• Audit printed and unprinted job stock for print and paper quality identifying variations in caliper, paper curl, and moisture content
• Constantly monitor feeder function and confirm side-guide pull and sheet registration for sheet-fed job
• Randomly audit printed sheets to validate paper thickness and moisture content and confirm that the edition number matches the follower for sheet-fed jobs
• Check, clean, fill, and replace ink in the fountains for the appropriate print requirements and prepare inks for subsequent jobs
• Find the appropriate paper grade in the holding area and record the details of the paper roll as well as make the necessary system documentation for web press jobs
• Monitor paper rolls and make changes while the roll is in operation using a paper splicing technique for web press jobs
• Evaluate the placement of the splice and remove all damaged paper for web press jobs
• Inflate, deflate, and handle the air bar on paper rolls for web press jobs
• Monitor coating systems to ensure proper levels are maintained for web press jobs
• Remove completed paper rolls from the press, dispose of all wasted paper and weigh and record scrap for web press jobs
• Use a hoist to load and unload paper rolls to and from the press and transfer skids for web press jobs
• Complete the daily task list
• Transfer paper to the press and transfer printed card sheets to the Bobst machine
• Notify Material Transfer personnel when loads need to be moved to a warehouse or taken to Finishing
• Turns loads
• Complete power equipment training and certification process and operate powered industrial trucks to transport and retrieve raw materials and finished goods
• Transfer inventory, materials, and supplies in the production system and keep the necessary documentation logs
• Perform housekeeping duties such as trash collection, emptying drums, removing unused skids around the Press, Bobst, and Calem machines
• Other duties as assigned

• Strong Mechanical aptitude
• High attention to detail and judgment based on written procedures and guidelines
• Ability to quickly identify production problems and ability to identify quality problems
• Ability to work well with others and cooperate with team members and leadership team
• 1
  -3 years of offset printing experience
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

• Competitive pay
• Climate‑controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one
• HSA and FSA
• Life insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

• Sitting at the workstation approximately 20% of work time, standing and walking approximately 80%
• Lift/push / pull up to 75 pounds
• Ability to twist, reach, and bend
• Requires ability to reach, grasp, and manipulate objects
• Ability to operate various machines and hand tools
• Involves moderate risks or discomforts and special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, pallets, trucks, and machines
• Ability to wear provided PPE including hearing protection and steel-toed shoes
• This Press Assistant position is located on‑site in our Erlanger, KY facility

Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities.

This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E‑Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E‑Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS. dhs.gov/e-verify.

Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi.

No agencies please. No sponsorship available.

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