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Press Operator A - Second Shift (Batavia, IL)

Location: Operations - Batavia, IL

Are you interested in operating flexo presses to produce high-quality printed materials? Looking for a full-time job with great benefits and career advancement opportunities at a successful and growing company? If so, a Press Operator position with Eagle Flexible Packaging might be a great match for you!

We are currently seeking second shift Press Operators to produce high-quality printed materials on our flexo presses. Second shift hours are Monday-Friday 4:00 pm – 4:00 am, which includes overtime opportunities.

Specific Duties:

  • Obtain job information from prepress department, assist in anilox selection and color sequence.
  • Load print cylinders into press, set print decks and adjust registration.
  • Set all register eyes, verify bar code, and print repeats.
  • Work with QA team to complete job approval checklist.
  • Set trim blades and check dimensions before 1st pull.
  • Understand in-line lamination process, as well as in-line slitting.
  • The ability and experience to choose the correct web path for each print run.
  • During a print run, the A Press Operator must monitor every aspect of the run, including web width and edge position, colors, registration, repeat, print quality, and screen quality.
  • Bag and tag finished rolls, if required.
  • Retain samples for QC Department.
  • Document production issues, including material problems, down-time, and plate-related problems.
  • Clean up project, including helping to complete necessary paperwork and verifying accuracy.

Initial Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Basic computer skills required, Microsoft Excel and Word familiarity desired.
  • High mechanical aptitude desired.
  • Flexographic printing experience desired.
  • Flexible packaging experience desired.
  • Knowledge of and experience with a defect detection system.
  • Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Must be able to stoop, kneel, and climb a ladder and stairs.

Post Training Expectations:

  • Meets all initial criteria.
  • Measurable improvement in department productivity and reduction of waste.
  • Follow Safety Policy goals for zero accidents.
  • Attainment of company goals for quality, productivity and waste.

Pay: $25.00 – $31.00 per hour

Flex Your Potential with Eagle!  We are committed to supporting our employees’ career growth and aspirations and provide full-time team members with the following benefits:

  • Medical Insurance – On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can choose from 1 PPO plan, 2 PPO/HSA plans, and 1 HMO plan, all provided by United Healthcare.
  • HRA / HSA Contributions – Participants in the employer-provided medical insurance program will receive funds from Eagle for either their HRA (for all PPO and HMO enrollees) or HSA (for all PPO/HSA enrollees). The annual amount provided to each participant is based on one’s enrollment tier per the following schedule: $1,500.00 for Employee Only coverage, $3,000.00 for Employee + Spouse or Employee + Child(ren), and $4,500.00 for Family coverage.
  • Dental Insurance – On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can enroll in dental insurance provided by Mutual of Omaha.
  • Vision Insurance – On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees this voluntary benefit through Mutual of Omaha.
  • 401K Plan – Plan entry date is the first of the month following 6 months of service. Eagle provides its employees with a 100% match up to 1% and 50% match up to 6%.
  • Company Paid Short Term Disability – The Short Term Disability premium is 100% paid by Eagle.
  • Company Paid Long Term Disability – The Long Term Disability premium is 100% paid by Eagle.
  • Life Insurance – The Basic Life premium is 100% paid by Eagle and is a flat $20,000 benefit for all FT, benefit eligible employees. Employees have the option to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children.
  • Vacation/PTO: The amount of vacation/paid time off (PTO) employees receive each year starts at 80 hours (2 weeks) each year, which accrues at a rate of 1.538 hours per week, and increases with the length of employment.
  • 6 Company Paid Holidays – Eligible after 60 days of employment.
  • Sick Leave – Eligible for paid sick days at the rate of 3 days (24 hours) per year after 6 months of service (prorated for per the calendar year).
Eagle Flexible Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer.