Digital Press Operator - Chicago - MRINetwork Jobs

MRI of University Circle has partnered with a leading inkjet equipment manufacturer that is expanding their footprint across the United States.  We are seeking Press Operators in Chicago.  This role will be responsible for:

• Performs typical press operations to support production department.
• Review job ticket to ensure job is set up properly on the press per required specifications and job notes (ink, stock, etc.).
• Run the job per specifications and log when completed, noting material used, etc.
• While running the press, review printed rolls for quality and consistency related to all aspects of the labels including color densities and scaling.
• Following completion of the job, move finished roll to finishing department and complete line clearance procedure in preparation for the next job.
• Communicate with Shift Supervisor and/or Production Manager regarding any discrepancies with the job ticket and the job itself.
• Ensure proper data collection for each job, including job notes on material and time variance.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of the press.
• Maintain the work area and machines in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed company policies and safety regulations.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities and participate in training when offered or needed.
• Additional duties as required.

Requirements:
Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years press or printing related production experience.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Good communication skills.
• Proficient in basic computer skills including typical production/manufacturing software and ERP systems as well as print/production computers.
• Must be proactive and detail oriented to catch problems or inconsistencies and bring them to managements attention.
• Good organization skills to manage multiple different labels each day.
• Knowledge of press operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Should be mechanically inclined to grasp the basics of press operation and maintenance.