Flexo Operator

Flexo Press Operator (Temp-to-Hire)Location: Plano, TX 75047Shift: 2 pm-12:30 amPay: $20-$38/hourStart: ASAPResponsibilities:Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.Fills ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead-to-lead and runs down approval strip.Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections such as print to print out of register, print to die out of register, missing impression, ink starvation or color adjustments, making adjustments as necessary.Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required.Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity.Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards.Additional duties as assignedQualifications:High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.A minimum of 5 years flexographic narrow web press experience preferred.Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales and other measurement devices.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk between multiple machines.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.