Print Press Operator

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

• Responsible for reading and interpreting job orders, identifying any possible errors, and setting up equipment accordingly 

• Facilitates print press process from start to finish 

• Responsible for changing plates and/or materials in between orders 

• Maintains quality by performing all required Quality Control inspections prior to production and at assigned inspection points throughout the process. 

• Responsible for cleaning machines according to specifications 

• Performs light maintenance and supply inventory when necessary 

• Safely operates Material handling Equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks) to stage materials 

• Safely, efficiently, and effectively operates assigned press, adhering to all customer specifications while monitoring quality, production, and waste. 

• Monitors and maintains ink pumps, makes necessary press adjustments, and troubleshoots and resolves printing-related issues

• Makes press adjustments as required 

• Completes the necessary Quality checks 

• Completes shingle board and proper sampling and retain procedures 

• Monitors all quality aspects of the print production process 

• Effectively monitors the colors on the printed rolls 

• Ensures all required quality data is properly documented

• Keeps the work area clean and organized 

• Works scheduled shifts and overtime, attends all meetings as required

• Any other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor 

• Experience independently operating flexographic or similar printer in fast paced printing operation 

• Demonstrated ability to read measurements in both standard and metric units 

• Proven ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs 

• Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate 

• Proven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines 

• Strong technical aptitude with experience in manufacturing 

• One year certificate from college or technical school or 3-6 months related experience and/or training preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Microsoft office and PC skills 

• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills 

• Results-oriented, process improvement focused 

• Ability to work cross functionally to achieve outstanding results

• Highly organized, self-starter that can work with little direct supervision

• Able to regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 

• Buffalo, NY  

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.