Finishing Operator / Press Assistant I

CMC Group•Bowling Green, OH

16h•Onsite

About The Position

CMC Group, Inc. is a printing, packaging and logistics company located in Bowling Green, Ohio. This is a full-time entry level position. Summary of Position: To assist all operators in every phase of HD flexo production. To become familiar with all operator routines. To prepare jobs to run on presses. In the progression of training this position will operate multiple pieces of finishing equipment and conduct processes with speed and accuracy.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read ruler to increments of 1/64”
Ability to work with independently
Ability to do simple math
Attention to detail
Ability to interact with other departments
Must be available for overtime
Ability to work well with peers and supervisors.
Flexibility to switch to different areas and tasks as needed
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Climbing – ascending and descending
Stooping, reaching, standing
Pushing, pulling and using push cart
Lifting up to 50-75 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects
Fingering, grasping and feeling.
Talking, hearing and repetitive motion
Medium work-exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, and climbing.
Required to function in narrow aisles.

Responsibilities

Supply press operators with stock, ink, and various other requested supplies.
Mount printing plates for current and future orders.
Retrieve, stage, and put away stock, dies, and various other supplies.
Maintain and clean print cylinders.
Help clean presses between jobs at operator’s breaks and at the end of the shift.
Deliver printed products to appropriate finishing locations.
Clean printing plates after use and properly prepare for storage.
Observe/assist with all established procedures for area, including maintenance, color management, and 5S procedures, as requested by operators or management.
Assist operator in inspecting print quality during print runs.
Mix PMS ink/extend 4cp ink to specification, when necessary, and handle ink disposal.
Utilize forklift to move stock.
Assist operators in loading/unloading raw, finished, and waste materials.
Review orders for finishing specifications and verify product with the order to customer specifications.
Run rewinding and finishing equipment with quality standards, minimal scrap and acceptable productivity levels.
Inform immediate Supervisor of key issues daily.
Observe company policies and be a productive team member.
Slit and rewind stock with precision.
Keep work area and inventory area organized and clean.
Meet and maintain all Finishing metrics.
To remain vigilant for/safeguard against sanitation, pest control and contamination concerns. It is the responsibility of all team members to ensure product integrity. Product should be monitored for signs of contamination or quality defect and issues segregated and reported promptly.
Keep all trash in the production area emptied.
Flatten all cardboard boxes and dispose in recycle bin.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Any other duties assigned by supervisor.