Printing Technician
Newport News, VA 
Share
Posted 11 days ago
Job Description
Printpack Rigid is seeking a candidate to fill a Printing Technician position in our Newport News, VA Facility on mid-shift, 3pm to 11pm Monday through Friday. This position will report to the Print Manager and his/her key responsibility is to operate the Print press safely and efficiently, in accordance with specifications and quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain machines in good working order by cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting.
  • Examine printed copy for correct ink density, position on cups and registration.
  • Set appropriate speeds, flows, colors, temperatures, and positions for printing.
  • Examine and produce specific job orders.
  • Verify ink specifications, ink presses, change ink and adjust ink flow.
  • Meet production schedules and throughput yield targets.
  • Collaborate with other technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
  • Post and adhere to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
  • Keep records of materials used and time needed for projects.
  • Maintain data on printing outputs produced, supplies consumed, and equipment maintenance and repairs performed.
  • Follow cup print quality standards for the printer start-up and acceptance testing.
  • Perform quality checks.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

  • High School Diploma/GED or minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience operating heavy machinery or equipment.
  • Mechanically inclined.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to wear required PPE (hearing protection, safety glasses, hairnet, uniforms, and steel-toed shoes)
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Preferred:

  • Previous printing experience (Dry offset, Flexographic or Rotogravure)
  • Previous experience on Polytype or Van Dam cup printers
  • Previous experience working with Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.
  • Previous experience using industry standard tools (pneumatic and electrical)
  • Previous experience with Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
  • Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite or Inventory Managing Software.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to perform the following: bending, lifting, repetitive motions, walking, and squatting.

Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, genetic information, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, marital status, military or veteran status or affiliation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

To view your rights and government notices, please see the links below:

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal - Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminacion en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal - - Your Rights Under USERRA (dol.gov) - FMLA - FMLA (Spanish) - Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (dol.gov) - TRANSPARENCIA EN EL PAGO DISPOSICION SOBRE NO DISCRIMINACION (dol.gov) - Polygraph Protection - Right to Work - Right to Work (Spanish)

Printpack is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist you with your application for employment or job search, please get in touch with us by sending an email to . Please include in your email a brief description of the accommodation you are requesting and the position for which you are interested in applying.


EOE F/M/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disabled/Vet

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
4+ years
Email this Job to Yourself or a Friend
Indicates required fields