Job Information
Aerotek Press Operator in Lenexa, Kansas
Hiring Press Operator
Starting 25-30/HR
Description of the Job
The press operator is in charge of loading the proper film and ink, getting the press ready for print jobs as allocated, and reviewing the film for faults or blots to ensure quality. Moving finished jobs to the pallet for pickup is another duty of this profession.
Duties
Assemble the press and all necessary print job supplies, including anilox, ink, film, etc.
Use the colors and gear sizes specified in the specification sheet.
Verify the color and positioning of the ink on the film, then fine-tune the anilox rolls and plates to make sure the work is printing as intended.
Verify that UPC codes can be scanned.
Responsiblely manage and handle hazardous waste
Wear the appropriate PPE, abide by safety regulations, and fulfill OSHA's safety standards.
Carry out preventative maintenance.
Essential Skills
Knowledge of using a printing press (gravure, litho, stack, or flexo)
Being able to read a measuring device
The capacity to read, write, and comprehend clear, basic instructions
Experience in production
Why Work Here?
Long-term opportunity with a good culture. Pay scale has pay raise opportunities at 4 months, 6 months, and 1-year reviews!
Work Environment
Food packaging manufacturing facility. Climate controlled. Hair net, ear plugs, and steel toes required. No makeup or fake nails or eyelashes can be worn during work. Shifts Open: Rotating Days, Rotating Nights, Mon-Thurs Nights, WKND Nights.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.