Printer Operator/Die Mounter - 3rd Shift

As our new Printing Press Operator/Die Mounter, you'll become an expert at Die Mounting and operating a BWP Flexpro Flex Folder Gluer. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• →Die Mounter - This role will be your primary role.  
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    • →Mounting Printing Plates and Cutting Dies: They position and secure flexible printing plates (flexo plates) and steel-rule cutting dies onto cylinders, carriers, or mounting blankets.
    • →Ensuring Precision Alignment: They use precision alignment tools, grid lines, and registration marks to ensure the graphics and cuts line up perfectly. Even a millimeter of misalignment can ruin a production run.
    • →Reviewing Job Specifications: They read production orders, blueprints, and structural designs to select the correct dies, inks, and plates for each specific run.
    • →Quality Control: They inspect dies and plates for damage, wear, or defects before sending them to the production line. They often run initial test proofs to check for accuracy.
    • →Maintenance and Storage: After a job is completed, they clean the plates and dies, perform minor repairs (like replacing worn rubber matrix or damaged steel rules), and systematically store them in a library for future use.
• →Secondary Role
  • →Operating and maintaining the BWP Flexpro to produce exceptional products
  • →Troubleshooting minor machine issues and performing routine maintenance.
  • →Ensuring color accuracy and matching customer specifications on every job.
  • →Coordinating raw materials and managing inventory to keep production running smoothly.
  • →Maintaining a safe and clean workspace while adhering to all safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Excellent computer skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with precision.
• At least 1 year of experience operating digital printing systems, with a strong understanding of various printing technologies preferred.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Competitive pay & benefits: We offer a base salary based on experience, a quarterly bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package to keep you healthy and happy.
• Continuous learning: We invest in paid training and development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Caring & Empowering Company Culture: Supportive & collaborative team dedicated to seeing you unbox your potential to help make a difference & make customers happy. 
• Growing Company in a Sustainable Industry:  Consider a Future in Corrugated Packaging

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all levels, of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, Mill to Market company, specializing in containerboard and kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays, and contract packaging. Our commitment to customer happiness, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence drive our business. Over the last decade, Hood Container Corporation has grown to become one of the top ten Paper and Packaging Companies in the United States. To learn more about Hood Container Corporation visit www.hoodcontainer.com or check us out on social media! 

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