Flexo and Rotary Operator

ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)
- Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.
- Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.
- Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

Position Summary
Responsible for all activities associated with running the rotary die presses including setup, operation, inspection, cleanup and recommending improvements to operations.

Essential Job Functions
- The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent _may perform some or all_ of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned._
- Demonstrate commitment to safety and performs job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures
- Understand job ticket information to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors, special printing instructions, and any special customer requirements
- Perform make-ready and operate flexographic printing press efficiently
- Determine the best manufacturing method to produce product efficiently and effectively
- Maintain high efficiency according to established rates during operation of the assigned press
- Stage stock in preparation for next roll change to keep press running properly
- Install the proper inks in the correct press units and maintains their levels during the press run
- Adjust press throughout the run to maintain position and registration
- Assist with the removal, replacement, and maintenance of rollers, dies, and other items related to the press
- Troubleshoot and make decisions regarding the quality of finished product
- Complete required quality inspections and paperwork
- Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance
- Play an active role in the maintenance, turns in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs and cleanliness of the assigned press and surrounding work area
- Contribute to overtime needs to meet customer demands
- Provide informal leadership to the Flexo Helper/Second Pressman to accomplish production objectives
- Actively participates in Lean manufacturing initiatives
- Ensures and supports to make sure Food safety, Quality, HACCP and GMP is always followed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Mechanical aptitude
- Must have good color perception
- Knowledge of inks and solvent characteristics and effects in different uses
- Flexibility to work various shifts dependent on manning needs as schedules and/or workload changes
- High school math, reading and writing skills
- Able to read measuring tape, calipers with speed and accuracy.
- Able to calculate figures and amounts, such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
- Must have a working knowledge of the following: equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation; product drawings, layouts, and production specifications; product quality specifications

Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 6+ months of experience in the rotary die cutting industry or 6+ months’ experience in a manufacturing environment with experience operating and setting up automatic or semi-automatic equipment preferred

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Primarily works in a factory and/or warehouse setting
- Ability to stand 8 hours
- Must be able to use hands for grasping rolls of paper product to position into the feed end of press
- Must be able to push and pull skids of product using pallet jack frequently during shift (measured peak force = 64 lbs., measured sustained force = 35 lbs.)
- Must be able to reach above shoulder height at times to remove items from shelving units
- Must be able to lift 85 lbs. maximum
- Frequent bending, lifting, and walking
- All employees should be aware of their responsibilities and their accountability is clearly defined for key staff involved with product safety, legality, and quality systems._
- The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation._
- Menasha Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer._

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