ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Press Operator efficiently operates, calibrates and maintains an Indigo HP 20000 to ensure excellent quality, machine uptime and that customer expectations are exceeded. Responsible for supplying printed rolls of film (PE, BOPP, PET and other polymer based substrates) to lamination department. Responsible for machine upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance during break/fix with Lead Operator or HP Technical Support team’s assistance.
The position requires shift flexibility.
Note: The 2nd shift can start anywhere from 2:00 pm until 02:00 am (subject to change). Training hours may be in the morning. Selected candidates should be flexible for rotating shifts (morning / noon / evening / night) if required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Regularly calibrates press via color calibration to ensure excellent print quality
- Efficiently sets up machine to maximize uptime
- Confirms job specifications based on job ticket prior to printing
- Performs daily and weekly maintenance on press
- Notifies Lead Press Operator when equipment needs repair
- Opens service calls with HP Technical Team as necessary
- Loads rolls of material onto press
- Monitors print quality while machine is in production
- Inputs production, consumption, and waste data into Microsoft NAV (ERP)
- Keeps pressroom clean and organized
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including pouch assistant, slitting, and lamination
- Communicates with Prepress and Converting department when necessary