Press Operator-1st Shift

JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHAT IS TEKNIPLEX? TekniPlex Healthcare is a respected

business partner that specializes in the manufacturing of medical and

pharmaceutical packaging for companies around the world. We aim to

deliver better patient outcomes by manufacturing products that allow for

less invasive procedures, reduced pain, faster healing, and safer drug

delivery. We are currently hiring teammates in our Production

Department, located in Madison, Wisconsin. JOB SUMMARY The successful

candidate will be able to convert raw materials by printing, coating or

laminating at or above quality standards that could include raw products

such as paper, Tyvek, or films based on customer standards. The Press

Operator will appropriately understand and follow the plant\'s OHSE and

Quality Systems to maintain a safe workplace and ensure quality product.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor quality of product during runs

Monitor the use of raw materials to optimize waste reduction. Set up

machine and change inks, coatings, configurations, decks, paper and

methods as required to complete projects based on the job Inspect job as

it runs for quality of print, coating and laminating while making

adjustments while the press is running Inspect quality of raw materials

for proper coating weights, seal strengths and porosity Adjust and

maintain machinery including clean plates, rollers, etc. Change doctor

blades (clean backups) and make necessary adjustments (lay downs, blade

angles) to maintain the machine Perform daily maintenance including

cleaning excess oil and grease, checking and adjusting mechanical parts

including gears, backlash, brakes, etc. Mounting of pre press plates

Proficient at using a tape measure and/or ruler Direct the activities of

the Press Assistant Assist the press assistant with clean ups when

necessary Manage prepress activities Maintain paperwork such as

production usage reports, forms, SPC charts, etc. Troubleshoot and

detect cause of problems Assist mounting department if needed Monitor

and maintain raw material usage and inventory control Assist maintenance

staff if needed Maintain a clean, organized work area REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS 2-5 years running Flexographic press High School Diploma

or GED Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,

operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals Demonstrate

ability to work well under pressure Good oral and written communication

skills Good math skills able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in

all units of measure Demonstrate ability to maintain excellent quality

products Able to pay attention to details Proficient navigating a

computer Able to lift up to 50 pounds LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read

and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance

instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and

legibly complete time cards and work orders. Ability to read, analyze,

and interpret technical procedures and read blueprints and technical

drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and

electrical. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and

small groups situations to other employees of the organization. Ability

to effective present information and respond to questions form groups of

managers, clients, customers, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL

SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of

measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to

compute rate, ratio, and percent. Ability to apply concepts of basic

algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to

practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical

problems and deal with a variety of variable in situations where only

limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of

instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to define problems, collect ata, establish facts, and draw

valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of

technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that

must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential

functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While

performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to

stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to

use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The

employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop,

kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly

lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50

pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close

vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth

perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT While

performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to

moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally

exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic,

flammable or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and extreme

heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate The

work environment characteristics described here are representative of

those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of

this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals

with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity

Company Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our

hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard

to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United

States military veteran\'s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital

status, family structure, medical condition including genetic

characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical

disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be

performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other

protected category under federal, state, or local law. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: 2-5 years running Flexographic press High

School Diploma or GED Ability to read and interpret documents such as

safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure

manuals Demonstrate ability to work well under pressure Good oral and

written communication skills Good math skills able to add, subtract,

multiply and divide in all units of measure Demonstrate ability to

maintain excellent quality products Able to pay attention to details

Proficient navigating a computer Able to lift up to 50 pounds \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: