Print Press Operator

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

• 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, supply inventory, when necessary 

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

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

• Monitor and maintain ink pumps, make necessary press adjustments, and troubleshoot and resolve printing-related issues. 

• Make press adjustments as required 

• Complete the necessary Quality checks 

• Complete shingle board and proper sampling and retain procedures 

• Monitor all quality aspects of the print production process 

• Effectively monitor the colors on the printed rolls 

• Ensure all required quality data is properly documented 

• Troubleshoot and solve printing-related issues 

• Keep the work area clean and organized. 

• Work scheduled shifts and overtime. Attend 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 three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred 

• 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  

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