Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations

Press Operator

Reports to:

Production Manager

Summary:

Operates Gravure Printing Press to produce “Best In Class” packaging for domestic and international use.

• Operate press to develop end-result printed material in accordance with customer specifications.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and monitor press operation.
• Prepare press by performing make‑ready tasks: mixing inks and solvents, replenishing supplies, resolving printing defects and adjustments.
• Operate and maintain roll stand service, check viscosity, and keep solvent and ink containers filled.
• Fill auto‑viscosity containers, solvent tanks, and cans as needed.
• Make adjustments, clear jams while processing product, maintaining speed and quality.
• Ensure efficient make‑ready, unloading and loading of printing carriages and rotary tools.
• Verify quality of jobs completed by inspecting for color, register, cutting, creasing, and defect free; ensure finished product meets or exceeds customer expectations.
• Complete all required checklists.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment in compliance with EHS and Clean policies.
• Use appropriate PPE and safety equipment; assist team members in maintaining a safe environment.
• Interact with team members respectfully, keeping open lines of communication.
• Provide feedback and initiate corrective action when goals or results are not met.
• Conduct team meetings when necessary and motivate crew to improve quantity and quality of work.
• Perform any additional tasks as requested by Department Leads, Shift Leads, or Management.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of press operation experience, specifically Gravure printing, with troubleshooting skills.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and mathematical skills capable of computing percentages, weights, and measures.
• Ability to rotate shifts and work beyond 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week when necessary.

• Prolonged standing, stooping, bending, reaching, balancing, climbing, kneeling, and crouching.
• Frequent lifting in excess of 60 lbs.
• Manual dexterity, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and good eye‑hand coordination required.
• Ability to rotate shifts.

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees (may vary by location).
• Company‑paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location).
• Well‑being programs & Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval).
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).