Hot Die Press Operator Job Description Sample

Job Description:

Hot Press Setup and Operator A

SPS Technologies LLC is a manufacturer of high performance, high-strength fasteners for the aerospace market. SPS Technologies has been an industry leader in this area for over 115 years, creating new materials, designs, and manufacturing practices to satisfy the ever-changing needs of our customers. Our mission is to meet or exceed our customers' expectations by focusing our people and our processes on continuous improvement. We will continually seek to blend technical innovation with cost-effective manufacturing and outstanding service to contribute to the success of our customers and SPS Technologies LLC.

Job Summary:
The ideal candidate can set up and operate a variety of vertical mechanical presses (from 60 to 600 ton) as well as induction heaters, hydraulic presses and temperature and energy controllers to perform a wide variety of complex hot heading and forging.

Essential Functions:

• Establish proper forging temperatures, methods, soaking temperature, and heat location to obtain required dimensional and metallurgical specifications.

• Order necessary gages for each job.

• Assemble dies and tooling, set ram stroke and stops, set heating coils and temperature according to the amount of material movement and type of alloy.

• Adjust pressure, temperature and heat pattern to obtain proper upset location, flow line structure, head fill out and grain size without over-heating, folds or scraping.

• Check and inspect the first production pieces, obtain pieces during run as required.Load parts to induction heater, transfer to die and trip press to forge or upset part.

• Work to method sheets and work drawings.

• Update pan tags and prepare production reporting forms.Setup for others and train as required.

Pre-Requisites:

The incumbent must have the ability to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. The incumbent must have proficiencies in skills and essential functions to operate listed machines and equipment with routine training and follow written and verbal instructions.

Skills Required

• General communications skills such as reading pan tags, reporting production data and receiving job instructions and procedures.

• Arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions, simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications and schedules.

• Demonstrate general communication skills such as reading pan tags, reporting production data and receiving job instructions and procedures

• Ability to use fixed gages and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required (e.g. borescope, gage blocks, go/no go gages, plug gages, ring gages, scale (6" or 12'), scale (weight), snap gages)

• Must remain alert through diversified operations

• Must follow general instructions and standard methods and procedures

ITAR Requirements:

Our organization has a responsibility to comply with all applicable requirements set forth by International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR", 22 CFR 120-130). As such, this position may have access to ITAR controlled information and must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States.

Precision Castparts Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.

Pressroom Press Operator 2*

Elk Grove Village, IL

• ID: 44012
• Full-Time/Regular

Provide support for the 1st Press Operator and assist in the daily operation of the web press including controlling register, compensation, and other operational duties as directed by the 1st Press Operator.

• Monitor overall job quality, including print registration and product compensation. Identify and correct quality defects.

• Accurately perform and record quality assurance tests (quality control checks).

• Monitor packing quality and accuracy, maintaining accurate counts and load ticket paper work.

• Organize and monitor imaging process, signoffs, restarts, form changes, samples, additional paperwork, and QC procedures.

• Assist first press operator with coordinating make-ready plan.

• Map out job plan by using layout, folding dummy, and instructions from the 1st press operator to establish measurements for plows, slitters, die cuts, gum pads, etc.

• In addition to plows and slitters, install and set any auxiliary equipment such as face slitters, hot melt applicators, and extrusion glue needles.

• Establish web path and turn bar configuration.

• Manage web up procedure including ribbon orientation and timing.

• Monitor the rest of the crew's progress during the make-ready. Offer assistance as necessary.

• Perform minor repairs and maintenance such as roller replacement, and press lubrication.

• Assist 1st Press Operator in providing direction and training to the press crew.

• Insure that safe practices are followed by crew members during all operations and procedures.

• Be able to step in for the 1st Press Operator as needed.

• Must be able to work 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift, 3 days on/4 days off, (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, Friday, Saturday, alternating on an 8 week rotation). Opportunities for overtime.

Required Skills

Experience/Knowledge:

• 8 years web press-printing experience.

• Knowledge of in-line finishing, die cutting, inserters, imagers, color and register.

• Must have worked in all positions leading up to this position.

Special Skills

• Communication skills.

• Troubleshooting/Problem Solving Skills

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Continuous standing/walking

• 8 hrs or more.

• Occasional bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching.

• Occasional lifting and pushing/pulling

• 50 lbs. or less.

• Occasional repetitive motion with both hands.

• Cannot be colorblind.

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Pressroom Press Operator 2 (Flexo Press Operator)

Streetsboro, OH

• ID: 43517
• Full-Time/Regular

Openings would most likely be on 2nd or 3rd shifts.

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a flexographic label press. Zero color, to seven-color, which includes large solids, screen tints, and line print.

Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the direction of the run. Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the press operations such as mounting plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Requires extensive knowledge of flexographic printing procedures, delivery equipment, safety requirements, and skills to perform assignments. Must be able to read and understand job specifications. Must be able to use and read a standard and metric ruler. Must have knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.

Ability to coach and direct others. Ability to work with minimal supervision.

RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

Required Skills

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Demonstrates technical leadership by taking ownership of machine maintenance, troubleshooting and resolving job related issues.

Ownership and utilization of resources such as, Packer, Pro position, Material Handlers and/or Maintenance.

Required Experience

• Requires minimum of two (2) years of Label Press Operator experience

• Must be able to train new hires

• Must be able to efficiently set up and run standard and some specialty work (eg. Variable imaging equipment, cold glue, hot glue)

• Demonstrated leadership ability

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK 2ND or 3RD SHIFT

Pressroom Press Operator

St Charles, IL

• ID: 43759
• Full-Time/Regular

Flexo, Duplicator, and Sheet-fed press operators are encouraged to apply. Will train the right candidates!

SUMMARY

Responsible for setting up and operating of flexographic printing press to produce the final printed product that meets quality expectations and production efficiencies as set forth by the customer and the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Set up and operates flexographic printing press to print graphics on rolls of customer specified material by performing the following duties:

Pressman reads entire job ticket for information required for the setup and running of the job.

Retrieve all necessary components (print cylinders and dies) from the press ready table.

Retrieve necessary inks from the ink vault.

Mount proper anilox, plate cylinders and dies to print stations.

fills ink fountains with proper ink.

When work is sheeted or slit set up the mechanical of either set up.

Start press and progressively register plates on press.

Register the die to the print.

Check printed copy against the approved sample proof for the job.

Meet established quality standards

Follow the requirements of their documented process as defined in the ISO Quality Manual

POSITION IS ON 3RD SHIFT - 11pm-7am

RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer. The company's policy is to select, place and deal with all its employees without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, perceived disability, sexual orientation, protected Veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties listed above. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, look out – tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.

Required Experience

• Required Experience:

• High school and/or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience with flexographic or printing presses.

• Previous experience in the operation of a printing press or work in a flexographic, digital printing, offset or web printing, or duplicator operation preferred. Some experience in the operation of various hand tools including line gauge, loupe, plate wrench, blanket wrench, brush gauge, ink knife, chisel and punch preferred.

• Flexo or Digital Experience Preferred.

• Hearing protection, safety glasses and safety toe shoes or boots are required.

• Must be able to lift, pull and push up to 60 pounds frequently.

• Must be able to bend, reach and turn frequently.

• Must be able to stand and move about the facility

Years Of Experience:
2+ to 5 Years

Level of Education:

High School/Equivalent

Pressroom Press Operator 2

Angola, IN

• ID: 43862
• Full-Time/Regular
• EXPERIENCED PRINTING PRESS OPERATORS ONLY NEED APPLY *

Openings Available on Second (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM) and Third (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM) Shifts Only

Who we are….

For more than 150 years RR Donnelley has kept up on the latest trends in printing. We provide companies with communications solutions that span the lifecycle of a program, while our individual capabilities can support a specific project or phase. Our Angola team converts and prints pressure sensitive labels, intelligently imaged projects, integrated labels and many custom solutions supporting customers in every industry.

When and where have you seen RR Donnelley?

We are there with you, every day. From the roll that prints your receipt in the super market, to the tracking label that ensures that critical package is properly delivered to your doorstep.

Maybe it is a packing slip, window label, retail marketing label, price sticker in the store or that product ID label on the plumber's putty you used on your last DIY project. Our employees are working hard to manufacture quality products that touch consumers across the globe and enable our customers to effectively communicate with their audience every single day.

The next Frontier of Communications…

Change and challenge have been our companions for more than 150 years. We have and will continue to evolve as we embrace the changes that are redefining our industry and continually seek new and better approaches to manage the communication solutions that keep businesses and organizations running.

Locally, we continue investing in our employees and the technology that allows our customers to improve communications. We have significant capital investments in Flexographic printing presses, label tabbing and affixing finishing lines, automated rewinders and intelligent imaging line upgrades that allow us to print things such as 2D or QR codes that you'd scan with your smart phone for product information.

If you are an experienced printing press operator who is looking for a challenging and stable environment in which to focus your creative energy, consider working in our climate controlled Angola Label Facility. Our employees are recognized for their skills, abilities, and career growth. We offer a competitive salary, 8 hour shifts, and shift differential pay for working 2nd or 3rd shifts (no swing shifts).

JOB DESCRIPTION

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain multi-color wet offset or flexographic press to print multi-color work which includes solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements. Printing on a variety of substrates including paper and tag stock and pressure sensitive label materials.

Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run. Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates, installing cylinders, dies and other tooling, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work.

Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer. May train and mentor new press operators.

Must be skilled in a variety of difficult manipulative and mechanical procedures necessary to perform setups, adjustments, operations and maintenance procedures on multiple presses to produce single-color, two-color, and multicolor work. Requires thorough knowledge of offset and or flexographic printing procedures, materials, equipment and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments.

Skill to read and understand job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully. Must have thorough knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate use of the press and corrective adjustments required to run efficiently. Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run.

Skill in use of ruler, PMS guides and other typical printing job aids to ensure consistent quality is maintained. Intermediate understanding of computer and computer skills given newer equipment operating systems including cameras, drives and imaging systems.

Physical Demands: Job requires ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; ability to distinguish color variation; two-handed operation required to operate STOP/Safe; must have good eye/hand coordination.

Attendance: Punctual, regular attendance is an essential job function of employment with RR Donnelley.

Overtime, including weekend work, is considered a condition of employment. Flexibility to work any shift is required.

RR Donnelley is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

Required Skills

Apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.

Able to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric procedures in standard practical applications.

Able to read and interpret work instructions. Read safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools and equipment and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work. Able to communicate effectively in writing using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Ability to operate a computer at an intermediate level.

Able to work independently and/or as part of a team.

Required Experience

Specific Vocational Prep: Over 2 years up to and including 4 years
2 - 5+ years previous experience operating a printing press or work in a label printing environment. Flexographic and/or Litho experience required.

Intermediate to advanced experience in the operation of various hand tools including line gauge, loupe, plate wrench, blanket wrench, brush gauge, ink knife, chisel and punch.

Pressroom Press Operator 1 Floating (Post Folder/Gluer)-1st Shfit

Lemont, IL

• ID: 43009
• Full-Time/Regular

The Operator is responsible for supporting the set up and operation of litho label laminating and folding/gluing equipment, including set up, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. The job duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complies & promotes all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

• Accurate and efficient set up of all equipment in accordance with proper setup techniques.

• Properly operate machine to run efficiently and produce quality products (level one/entry skills).

• Monitor each order throughout production run to ensure tolerances are being maintained and make equipment adjustments as necessary. Continually check quality of product during the run.

• Minimize waste of sheet stock, glue& supplies.

• Assist in training all crew positions.

• Read and understand job tickets. Complete necessary job paperwork.

• Report productivity achievements, waste/defects. Adhere to production schedule and quality requirements.

• Communicate effectively with operator, supervisor, finishing operators, material handlers and co-workers.

• Clean and maintain work area.

• Complete necessary input/setup of automated data collection system as well as reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, and Quality Data.

• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

Required Experience

• Must be able to work in a team environment.

• Ability to read, understand and carry out written instructions.

• Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.

• Standing 100% of the entire shift with frequent bending.

• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, 35 lbs frequently.

• Grasping with both hands for long periods of time.

• HS diploma or equivalent.

• Strong math skills and knowledge of simple computer operations.

• Ability to read, interpret and process written job instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity.

• Mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills.

Previous experience on mounting / laminating and automated folder / gluer equipment preferred.

Pressroom Assistant Press Operator (2nd Operator) - Sheetfed

Chamblee, GA

• ID: 43419
• Full-Time/Regular

Assists Press Operator with press make ready, operating, and maintaining sheet-fed or web offset printing press. This includes inserting packing sheets on plate cylinder to build up plate to printing height, fastening reinforcing bars to offset blankets, and installing plates and blankets on press cylinders, using hand tools and power tools, to achieve pressure required for printing.

Adjusts press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools. Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools. Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press. Assist Press Operator by making necessary color or register corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work.

Requires general knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials. Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully.

Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product. Ability to use micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly. Ability to make adjustments to feeder and feed board (e.g., ability to adjust suctions and blast, front and side guides and the timing of the head stops). Skill in performing routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment under guidance of senior level Press Operators.

THIS IS A 3RD SHIFT, 3-4 / 12 HOUR WORK DAYS A WEEK

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK OVERTIME, WEEKENDS AND MAYBE HOLIDAYS

Required Skills

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Pressroom Press Operator 2

Tulsa, OK

• ID: 41647
• Full-Time/Regular

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain an offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work to produce final printed product that meets quality expectation and production efficiencies as set forth by the customer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read entire job ticket for information required for the setup and running of job

• Retrieve all necessary components (paper, plates, ink)

• Apply proper ink

• Start press & progressively register plates on press

• Check printed copy against the approved sample proof for the job

• Meet established quality standards

• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lockout-tagout rules and hearing & eye protection policies.

Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise or work and turn). Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Required Skills

Must be able to perform each of the essential duties listed above.

The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School and/or GED or equivalent combination of education & experience with offset or printing presses.

• Previous experience in the operation of a printing press or work in an offset or digital printing environment.

• Experience in operation of various hand tools including line gauge, plate wrench, blanket wrench, ink knife, chisel and punch, preferred.

• Must be able to lift, pull and push up to 60 pounds frequently.

• Must be able to bend, reach & turn frequently.

• Must be able to stand and move about the facility.

• Overtime is required.

Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully. Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment. Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.

Pressroom Press Operator 2

Macedonia, OH

• ID: 43733
• Full-Time/Regular

THIS IS A SECOND SHIFT POSITION

Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a 40" multi-color offset press. Press operation includes printing large solids, screen tints, line and halftones with critical color values and registration requirements ranging from hairline to critical or operate similarly situated equipment that applies a variety of non-ink based coatings to sheet stock.

Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the imposition of the run (sheet wise, work and turn, or perfecting). Perform all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates, examine plates for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc. Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the work. Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Required Skills

Requires thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials and specifications, equipment, and safety requirements and skills to perform assignments. Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.

Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls, settings and adjustments, and to perform routine operational maintenance of equipment. Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment. Knowledge of the appropriate amount of packing pressure needed to obtain the proper printing pressure for the type of job being run.

Required Experience

Must be able to work overtime as requested

Able to stand for long periods of time

Able to lift up to 40 lbs with or without accommodation

Must be able to lead and instruct the press crew