ABOUT USSURTECO North America is a leading, full service provider of state of the art designs, surfaces and edges. Four brands, one shared vision. Bauschlinnenman, Suddekor, Dllken and Surteco are perfecting products and increasing the number of ways in which ideas can be turned into reality. With an extensive portfolio, a holistic approach and a world full of inspiration, we offer our customers a wide range of options from ONE single source.With our many years of experience, technical know how and design expertise, Surteco provides more than a product; we provide a comprehensive solution. Surteco makes rooms better, and we're currently making room for you to join our team!JOB SUMMARYThe Operator works under the direction of the Shift Foreman to assist in the fluent operation of the printing production. The Operator is the controller of the unit and works under the direction and supervision of the shift foreman.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for directing a two-man press crew and the overall direction and coordination of this crew. Works to ensure good teamwork and productivity. Directs all complaints to the shift Foreman should a crew member need professional adjustment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate the print press with total hands-on control.
- Follows written and verbal requests from the shift foreman pertaining to each job.
- Total understanding of the settings and controls of the print press and its operation.
- Verify each job is set up correctly on the press and sign off as confirmation.
- Responsible for the overall direction and coordination of a two-man press crew.
- Oversees, regulates and dictates individual responsibilities to each member of the press crew during the course of each shift.
- Interacts with shift foreman for support between operator and press crew, as needed.
- Continually ensures the print crew receives the correct information to carry out the proper assignments, while working as team.
- Enter and save all pertinent data, to the proper operation of the press, for each individual job and record this information to each job packet for future reference.
- Controls all punches accurately into the BDE System.
- Color match and make necessary ink hits to individual print nits, in order to bring each job on color to match the master standard of job.
- Solid understanding of the quality parameters of each design that is printed.
- Background knowledge to understand and correct any deficiencies in quality.
- Work safely in accordance with all safety guidelines and procedures.
- Strong and consistent color matching ability.
- Work with the press crew to get the press running and keep it running efficiently.
- Constant meter-by-meter observation of print quality.
- Paper quality issues are pended and sent for inspection.
- Keep the press crew engaged and focused.
- Discuss press crew deficiencies with the shift foreman or supervisor.
- Follows input from the shift foreman and translate it to the press crew.
- Confirm information is handed over to the incoming shift and press operator in a clear and precise manner.
- Monitor the press crew have fulfilled their individual responsibilities and have made the proper shift change.
- Notate to the incoming and outgoing shift foreman, all technical observations of importance concerning the product currently in process.
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. TRAINING PROGRAMAbility to understand and progress through the training matrix set up for this position. The training matrix is a grading program used to assess the employee's ability to understand and follow through on instructions, both written and verbal. Failure to successfully complete the training matrix could potentially compromise the position. COMPUTER SKILLSAbility to competently navigate and use the timekeeping and time off request applications. LANGUAGE SKILLS Individual must have the ability to interpret situations and clearly communicate as needed. Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one and small group settings from managers, employees and/or customers. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as measurements and volumes, for basic mathematical situations and problems.REASONING ABILITY Ability to understand and execute instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMaintain a valid Driver's License Forklift License (training and certification provided by SURTECO)PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; bend; kneel; squat; climb stairs; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Very good and consistent color matching ability is required.WORK ENVIRONMENT and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSThe noise level in the work environment is moderate. There is limited exposure to physical risk.Training Schedule will be 6am - 4pm Monday- Friday (duration is approximately 3 months)Shift Schedule 2pm-10pm Monday- Friday