Press Operator B - 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:

• Make sure there is enough raw material for the job prior to beginning the project.
• Check all master rolls for damage or crushed cores.
• Assure understanding of the correct side of material that will be printed or laminated.
• Set up the E&L Vision System.
• Select Anilox and color sequence, raw base material and laminations.
• Place raw material rolls on the press.
• In charge of set-up for ink pans and pumps.
• Check viscosity and pH.
• While running a job, the B Pressman will, at times, check and initial samples, monitor and document ink issues and viscosity.
• Remove and wash plates, rollers and ink pans.
• Remove cylinders, remove unused material from unwind and return to inventory.
• Prepare for next job.

Initial Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• High mechanical aptitude desired.
• Detail oriented, committed and willing to learn.
• Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, and climb a ladder and stairs.
• Must have excellent color perception and be able see with or without corrective lenses.

Post Training Expectations:

• Meets all initial criteria.
• Measurable improvement in department productivity and reduction of waste.
• Right attitude, desire to learn, adhere to processes, cleanliness, and tidiness.
• Good timekeeping and attendance.
• Make sure lead pressman has everything necessary to keep production running smoothly.

Eagle Flexible Packaging takes care of our employees with an outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, a company-funded medical reimbursement program, paid time off, 401k matching, and an employee assistance program. We have a maintenance apprenticeship program and are committed to supporting our employees’ career growth and aspirations. We have bonus opportunities for employees to earn up to $2,500 for each referral and even offer a discount program that provides savings on everything from groceries to travel!