SATO America is seeking a detail-orientated service-focused Press Operator. At SATO America LLC our mission is to create new value for our customers through products and services of superior quality and to contribute towards a better and more sustainable world.In over 80 years SATO has fostered a culture of professionalism and customer-centric innovation with an unchanging mission of value creation for customers that in turn contributes to a more sustainable world.Do you have what it takes to be our customers most trusted partner for mutual growth and always essential in an ever-changing world If so look no further. We have a place for you. SUMMARY A press operator will perform complex printing jobs including set-up and troubleshooting for each job. The press operator will produce products in a highly efficient manner in alignment with business goals and KPIs to the highest possible quality standards. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Duties Operate set-up and trouble shoot flexographic printing presses and auxiliary equipment all in accordance with production standards and productivity goals. Including utilization of product specs copy card changing plates cylinders and dies. Maintain machines by performing basic maintenance including lubricants replace minor parts and requests major maintenance when necessary. Maintain work area utilizing 5S methods. Report machine and equipment malfunctions immediately to the group leader maintenance andor supervisor. Accurately complete all required paperwork in a timely manner. Cross-train and work multiple press lines and equipment as needed. Quality Control Follow all quality inspection plans. This involves measuring checking and testing various processes and product parameters. Meet established goals for material scrap and yield. Collaboration Collaborate with all plant leadership and departments such as engineering procurement customer service and logistics to coordinate production activities address technical issues standardize processes and optimize supply chain processes. Process Improvement Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction. Support all continuous improvement initiatives as required via participation and or implementation. Health and Safety Compliance Operate machines in a safe efficient manner in accordance with established rules and regulations. Follow and comply with health and safety regulations. Report any unsafe conditions injury or accident immediately to immediate supervisor or other member of management. Provide improvement suggestions as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by floor or plant leadership. QUALIFICATION To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill andor ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Andor Experience Associates degree AA or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or one to three years related experience andor training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Skills And Abilities Ability to perform basic math functions and use a ruler is a must. Must be able to read write speak and understand English in order to communicate effectively with co-workers and to follow instructions. The ability to focus on objects have good vision and be able to differentiate colors as determined by color blindness testing. Strong mechanical aptitude needed. 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. At a minimum the individual must be able to stand walk stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift andor move objects up to 50 pounds and over 50 lbs. with mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Contact with moving mechanical systems is the norm Exposure to non-hazardous fumes may occur The noise level may be loud and hearing protection may be recommended or required Eye protection may be recommended or required Contact with certain chemicals may occur these chemicals include both hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. SATO America LLCoffers a highly competitive salary in addition to an outstanding market-leading benefits program. SATOs total compensation package extends well beyond your paycheck as its designed to support and enrich your personal and professional life. See our benefit line-up below Health & Wellness medical vision and dental insurance to include coverage for domestic partners. SATO contributes approximately 75 to the cost of employees health insurance coverage along with 100 company paid Life & AD&D short-term and long-term disability insurance and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with an employer contribution of 500.00 or 1000.00 depending on elected medical coverage. Time Away We observe 10 company-paid holidays per year and up to ten 10 days accrued vacation time in the first year. Eleven 11 days at year two 2. Twelve 12 days at year three 3. Thirteen 13 days at year four 4 and fifteen 15 days at year five 5. We also offer six 6 accrued personal days for you to use for things like weddings moving mental health religious holiday sick child or for anything that is truly personal. Saving for the Future plan for your short-term and long-term goals with our 401k-retirement savings plan with employer match with no vesting schedule. You are fully vested on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. SATO will match 100dollar-for-dollar of your 401k-deferral amount of the first 3 of your pay and an additional match of 50.50 on the next 2 of your pay. For example if you defer 5 of your pay into the 401k Plan SATO will make a 4 matching contribution. Work-Life we offer an Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members career development growth opportunities and referral bonuses. SATO America LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender including pregnancy childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions gender identity or expression including transgender status sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. If you are excited about this role but do not meet all the qualifications listed above we encourage you to apply.We are focused on creating and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. SATO America LLCs management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits employee activities access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.