Prepress Operator

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pre-Press Operator is responsible for the manufacturing, set-up and positioning (mounting) of printing plates.  The Pre-press Operator is responsible for the inspection and identification of defects in the image plates, raw material, finished printing plates, sleeves, mounting tape and cylinders.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow safe operating procedures, comply with safety rules, and wear personal protective equipment as specified.
• Knows location of all machine stops, fire alarms and fire extinguishers. 
• Meet normal attendance requirements including timely reporting of absence and working overtime as requested.
• Complying with company policies and performing other duties assigned.
• Participating in classroom or “on the job” training and instruction to learn job tasks. 
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area by observing good manufacturing practices, sanitation guidelines, and cleaning spills and disposing of trash on a timely basis.
• Perform tasks within acceptable limits for quality, quantity, sanitation and timeliness of completion, paying particular attention to prevent and eliminate costly errors.  
• Possess good eye-hand coordination, mechanical aptitude, and possess full color perception.
• Understand the usage of required personal protective equipment for the designated areas.
• Demonstrate ability to follow instructions, add and subtract fractions to 32’nds, and use the metric system.
• Demonstrate knowledge of proper solvent handling procedures including storage location, reading of labels, proper dispensing and handling and clean-up procedures.
• Demonstrate proper use of material handling equipment, cylinder carts, hoist, etc.
• Demonstrate the ability to independently locate and obtain press cylinders, gears, links, plates and solvent.
• Demonstrate skill and ability to perform all Pre-press Operator duties and responsibilities including but not limited to: maintaining a clean environment, inspection and upkeep of equipment, utilization of all products with minimal waste, inspection of image plates, raw photopolymer inspection, finished plate inspection, sleeving and de-sleeving of cylinders, make-ready of plates, mounting of plates in registration, and mounting plates in the correct rewind figure. 
• Demonstrate ability to inspect and identify defects in the printing plates and determine its effect on the finished product.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the Platemaking/Artwork design process.
• Demonstrate general understanding of flexographic process and the role mounting plays in this process.
• Demonstrate ability to read, interpret and analyze production orders for relevant information.
• Demonstrate ability to independently perform routine set-ups including location of cylinders and appropriate cushion sleeves and bridge sleeves.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently to set-up, operate and troubleshoot routine problems in the platemaking/mounting process.
  • Ensure proper hazardous waste handling procedures are implemented and followed.
  • Supervision Received: Works under moderate supervision
  • Supervision Given:  This position has no direct reports

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.  Educational level must be sufficient to read, write, follow instructions and able to read a ruler to 32’nds.
• Experience: Six (6) months to one (1) year related industrial experience, preferably related to operation of machines.  (Normally as a mounter, mounter assistant, pre-press trainee, press room trainee or press assistant)..
• COMPETENCIES:
  • Must be able to operate plate making and mounting equipment.  Must be able to properly use approved knives for cutting plates and stickyback.  Must be able to read a micrometer.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Job functions will be performed in and around production, warehouse and office areas. 

EFFORT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Language Skills: Ability to read an interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and procedure manuals
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures associated with the plate making/mounting process.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• May need to life up to 50 lbs

HEALTH & SAFTEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures while ensuring all team members work within the safety guidelines established by Magnera.