Common Print Shop Positions
Press Assistant
- Assist in all aspects of Print Shop operations to keep presses running well
- Continuous upkeep of all print shop area
- Change over print press
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning of press equipment and parts
Slitter Operator
- Review purchase orders and set up machine per order requirements
- Identify material to be slit, move material and mount on machine
- Make mechanical adjustments to slitter machine
- Maintain quality of slitting (tight rolls, proper length)
- Create labels and mark slit rolls
- Efficiently schedule materials through slitting machine
Press Operator
- Responsible for all aspects of rotogravure printing and completing print jobs
- Set up press; including cylinders, inks and mechanical adjustments
- Color match inks to standards on correct materials
- Complete all paperwork associated with printing orders
- Adjust press, as needed, to ensure quality printing
- Supervise Press Assistant
Ink Technician
- Prepare ink for presses
- Manage ink performance on press
- Maintain compliance with regard to storage, mixing, dispensing and handling of inks and solvent
- Ensure all inks and solvent are correctly labeled
- Maintain an organized and clean lab
Common Cap Shop Positions
Machine Attendant
- Entry level position
- Quality assurance and boxing of capsules
- Roll changes
- Monitoring production and keeping log notes
- Preparation of roll stock, boxes, and tags
- Minor external machine adjustments
- Keeping area clean and free of debris
- Clearing jams and restarting machines
Machine Operator B
- Run two machines unsupervised
- Make internal adjustments as necessary
- Troubleshooting common problems
- Knowledge of specifications and tooling
- Assign duties to Machine Attendant
Machine Operator A
- Handle mechanical adjustments as necessary for smooth machine operation
- Complete machine changeovers efficiently and according to procedures
- Troubleshoot machine problems
- Train new operators
- Assist in keeping all machines running well
- Assign duties to Machine Attendant and Operator B
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