Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Department: Arizona Flexible Packaging

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ

Reporting To: Melissa Underwood

There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.

The Press Operator is primarily responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate operation of the printing press.

Hours are Monday - Thursday, 4:30 pm to 2:45 am, with a $1 shift differential when working 2nd Shift hours.

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate an 8-color Uteco 52” wide web flexographic press
• Install Anilox rollers and print sleeves at the proper stations, making necessary adjustments to maintain production quality.
• Read, understand, and follow print job schedules.
• Monitor equipment and, during press runs, ensure the quality and consistency of finished pieces.
• Make minor adjustments to equipment as needed during press runs.
• Adjust the press to maximize run speed and produce quality print.
• Perform quality checks on the printed roll.
• Load and unload print sleeves from the press and storage racks.
• Weigh and wrap printed film from the press.
• Change doctor blades and end seals when needed.
• Clean the drum, ink pans, ink pumps, and floor when needed.
• Accurately and timely complete required paperwork and samples.
• Comply with company safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Train in and comply with Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures.
• Collect and inspect random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments.
• Look for and have input on implementing suggestions to produce work more efficiently.
• Comply with company safety policies and maintain a clean and orderly work area and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) procedures, including timely and accurate documentation of required SQF forms.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to meet daily production requirements
• Good technical aptitude and computer skills, ability to perform digital set-ups and adjustments
• Ability to perform basic math skills
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment.

• Knowledge and experience working with flexographic printing, procedures, materials, and equipment with 5+ years of experience.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

• Frequently (more than 75% of time) required to: stand and/or walk, use ladders and climb stairs, bend and stoop, reach, push/pull, kneel and crouch.
• Lift, carry and/or move items up to 100 pounds, without assistance; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls, to verbally communicate; and to hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Frequently exposed to a non-climate-controlled environment.
  • Frequently (more than 75% of time) exposed to dust and loud noise.
  • Frequently (more than 75% of time) exposed to machinery and mechanical, moving parts.
  • Personal protective equipment, such as hearing protection, safety glasses, hair net, and food safety-related items, is required.
  • Exposure to both Normal Propyl Alcohol & Normal Propyl Acetate fumes and solvent-based inks.

• Employee-Owned
• Weekly Pay
• Advancement Opportunities
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)