1st Press Operator

Autajon Cultech: Cultech Inc. is located in South Plainfield, NJ just 30 minutes outside of Newark, NJ and just 45 minutes from Times Square, making it a great place to raise a family in the suburbs while having the hustle and bustle of city life close by. Cultech is known for being one of the best custom luxury packaging companies currently engaged exclusively in fine fragrance and premium cosmetics. Cultech is also recognized for its high quality and as a leader in the creation of Mylar-laminated cartons. We provide enhanced graphics, custom formulated inks, hot stamping, embossing and silk screening techniques to create distinctive packages with high visual appeal for the top brands around the world. We currently employ about 135 employees between two shifts, most of which work four-day work weeks.

As we continue to grow, Cultech will focus on expanding our client base and becoming more creative and innovative with new technologies and enhanced services. We remain dedicated to our values and committed to our employees.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the quality and production of jobs produced on Offset Printing Presses. Must lead by example, consistently and efficiently perform and follow procedures in compliance to company, customer, and ISO standards.

PRINCIPAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Properly set up and maintain offset printing press equipment.
• Read job bag and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Print orders following the information and specifics listed on the job bag with an emphasis on accuracy.
• Assure complete customer satisfaction with the quality of the printed product, including exact color match.
• Produce high quality work meeting established production standards.
• Use, maintain and troubleshoot color control tools.
• Inspect for defects before and during run. Set inspection control device and make necessary corrections.
• Follow printing procedures and clearly identify problem areas on loads (blue line) and note on checklist and breakdown.
• Collect and input production information into Company’s PDE system.
• Conduct weekly maintenance on machinery, reporting any issues or problems to appropriate supervisor.
• Continuously learn new processes to increase efficiency as well as maintaining proficiency in operation of all current equipment.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working area at all times to efficiently produce materials.
• Request materials in a timely manner. Communicate urgency of materials needed to Supervisor.
• Perform additional duties/projects as assigned by management and/or Supervisor.

PRINCIPAL SKILLS AND FUNCTIONS (5 ):

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a high level of initiative and flexibility.
• Capable of understanding technical customer requirements.
• Ability to work and multi-task under pressure in a fast-paced environment to meet customer deadlines.
• Constantly produces high quality work and maintain established production standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in the operation of small, medium, and/or large format offset printing equipment.
• Technical Knowledge of Offset Printing Presses; preferably Heidelberg.
• Proficient level of English communication– Verbal & Written.
• Ability to read and understand a Job Bag.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be attentive to detail with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive manual tasks with frequent rotations.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow all job procedures and safety protocols.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• South Plainfield, NJ 07080: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• offset printing press: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $32