Discount Labels - Digital/Flexo Press Operator - Lead

Description

Monday-Thursday (4p-2a), Friday-Sunday (6a-6pm)

This is a working lead position; the incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the set-up of running orders at the beginning of each shift. This incumbent will also be responsible for printing orders on different presses in a manner that maximizes time and minimizes waste.

Digital & Flexo Lead Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Production Manager with daily functions.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Communicate with other departments regarding workflow and the movement of orders through the department.
• Utilize OM to track order status throughout departments.
• Sets up and prints label jobs on press with minimal waste in a specific priority order determined by the Production Manager.
• Assist employees in their assigned tasks, as necessary, helping to solve production problems related to a particular job.
• Assist other press operators throughout the shift with required material needs (paper, ink, die).
• Cleans printing press at the end of each shift
• Maintain press and other equipment
• Maintain visibility to assist other operators with questions, order setup, and equipment issues.
• Train and coach new operators.
• Communicate well with peers and other departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of all Digital Presses.
• High School diploma or equivalent. May include specialized classes beyond high school
• Possesses 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to read, interpret and create simple correspondence and memos.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of mechanics and hazard communication standards and material safety data sheets.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

• Frequent exposure to a manufacturing environment with one or more unpleasant or hazardous conditions including but not limited to exposure to dust, dirt, high noise levels, chemicals, etc. 21% to 50% of work time.
• Incumbent constantly required to walk, stand, grasp, reach, push/pull, bend, stoop, twist and use manual dexterity for prolonged periods of time.
• Incumbent regularly required to hear, speak, and use color vision.
• Incumbent regularly required to carry and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work with rotating equipment, hazardous equipment, and safety-sensitive equipment.

Company Paid Benefits:

• 10 paid holidays
• Starting 2 weeks vacation at an accrued rate
• Paid sick/personal days
• MDLive – Telemedicine*
• Life insurance*
• Long term disability insurance*
• Employee assistance program (EAP)*

Company Offered Benefits:

• Dental*
• Vision*
• 401(k) – first of the month after 90 days of employment – auto-enroll at 3%
• Short term disability*
• Voluntary life insurance*
• Flexible spending account – health care and/or dependent care*
• Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and accident insurance*

Company Subsidized Benefits: 

• Medical

* *Benefit will be available on the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment

About Us

Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive, flexographic and shrink sleeve labels for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals.

The company’s rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn’t it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say “we make that label”!

Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure. We welcome you to consider being a part of this great team.

We’re passionate about leaving the planet better than we found it. But we can’t do it alone. We need trailblazers, independent and outside-the-box thinkers. People who are eager to learn, eager to succeed and have a passion for working as a team to solve technical and creative challenges.

At Brook + Whittle, we have the opportunity to do impactful work each a