Printing Press Feeder

Summary: Accord Carton is a company that specializes in folding carton manufacturing, and they are seeking a Printing Press Feeder to support their production operations. The role involves feeding stock into the press, inspecting loads, and ensuring the press area is clean and well-supplied while following safety protocols. Responsibilities: - Feed stock loads into the press and operate the sheet-fed mechanism efficiently - Step in as an aerator operator when needed to keep production running smoothly - Inspect loads for damaged sheets and manage returns to the aerator if any issues are found - Ensure the press is well-supplied by bringing materials and putting away printing supplies - Keep the press area clean by removing waste and assisting with press wash-up - Monitor print quality for defects such as blanket smashes during make-ready and runs - Apply ink during make-ready and production runs - Communicate with the lead pressman or manager about supply needs and any concerns - Follow all safety, sanitation, and quality protocols, including wearing PPE as required - Take on additional tasks as assigned to support press operations and team success Required Qualifications: - The ability to write, count and read load tags and job information - Mechanically inclined - Extended standing, some walking while pulling or pushing loads - Safely and effectively operate a printing press sheet feeder - Ability to safely and efficiently operate a load turning machine - Operate a powered or un-powered pallet hand truck - Capable of working with others as part of a work team - The ability to consistently follow procedures and instructions Preferred Qualifications: - Printing Industry - folding carton manufacturing preferred - Litho print presses or other sheet fed printing machinery - Manufacturing or production experience - Quality control or inspection, especially with printed materials or packaging products Required Skills: Printing press operation, Load turning machine operation Important Skills: Quality control, Manufacturing experience Nice-to-Have Skills: Following procedures, Mechanical inclination, Teamwork Benefits: Medical Insurance – We provide a choice of three medical plans. All three plans provide comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage. The plans also offer many resources and tools to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle., Dental Insurance – Our dental plans offer you the freedom and flexibility to use the dentist of your choice. Our dental insurance covers routine checkups, cleanings, and other necessary dental procedures., Vision Insurance – We provide vision insurance that helps cover the costs of eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses., Health Savings Account (HSA) – Our benefits package includes a Health Savings Account (HSA), giving you a tax-advantaged way to pay for qualified medical costs and save for future healthcare needs., Flexible Spending Accounts - We offer two types of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): a Medical FSA to cover eligible healthcare costs, and a Dependent Care FSA to help with childcare or elder care expenses. Both allow you to set aside pre-tax funds., Life Insurance and AD&D – We provide basic life insurance coverage for all employees at no cost. You also have the option to purchase supplemental life insurance for yourself, your spouse, and your children., Disability Insurance – To protect your income in case of illness or injury, we offer both short-term and long-term disability insurance, fully paid for by the company. You can also choose to purchase additional short-term disability coverage for even greater financial security., Commuter Benefits – We offer commuter benefits that allow you to use pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible transportation expenses like transit passes, carpooling, and parking., Employee Assistance Program – Life is full of challenges and sometimes balancing them is difficult. We are proud to provide a confidential program dedicated to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our employees and their families., Vacation Time – We believe in the importance of work-life balance and provide paid vacation time to all employees. The amount of vacation time you accrue increases with your tenure at the company., 401K Retirement – We offer a 401(k) plan to help you build a secure retirement. You can contribute a portion of your paycheck on a pre-tax or Roth basis, and we also provide a company match to further boost your savings., Paid Parental Leave – We offer paid parental leave to eligible employees following the birth or adoption of a child, providing time to bond with and care for your new family member.