Digital Press Process Tech- All Shifts

If you have manufacturing experience and are looking for an exciting change, then Valpak invites you to watch the video below and look at our press area. We'll train you to operate one of the fastest printers in the USA for a great career opportunity with Valpak.

Summary:

Performs production tasks in the Press Systems area by operating equipment effectively with minimal downtime. The Press System functions include platemaking (prepress), main press, signature creation and delivery to buffer.

Please go to the following link to review a Valpak process:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4J4U59H6hE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs and teaches others to diagnose and repair routine equipment issues and instill the importance of preventative maintenance and running equipment to specification.

Maintains a thorough understanding of the process and elevates non-routine system issues upward when appropriate. Actively participates in problem resolution and repair with guidance.

Provides back-up support to the Sr. Process Technician accountable for the press when required without interruption to the process.

Provides verbal and written communication to Sr. Process Technician with regard to equipment, process, maintenance, quality, staff or other operational issues.

Coaches the cell and demonstrates behavior that sets the example within the cell/team regarding continuous process improvement, safety, and housekeeping.

Encourages collaboration within team as well as individual accountability.

Encourages collaboration within the group that creates ownership and pride in the delivery of error free first pass quality and minimal re-work/waste.

Participates in training in conjunction with the VMC "Progression" program to improve knowledge and skill related to the Process Technician position. Follows a planned program of continuous learning to complete all mandatory skill blocks. Maintains current skills required for the position, and may pursue additional learning through optional and/or limited skill blocks.

Performs related work and additional duties as needed or required.

Accomplishes duties using safe work practices and equipment while being responsible for reporting all injuries and observed unsafe conditions. Coaches fellow employees on safe work practices as appropriate and contributes to the overall success of the company's safety program

Education/Experience:

Twelve to twenty-four months experience in a printing or manufacturing environment is preferred. Heat set printing experience preferable.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Ability to work in a team environment

Strong problem solving skills

Ability to read and analyze technical documents

Ability to apply basic math concepts

General knowledge of Windows Office

Ability to lift/move up to 40#

Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time.

Must be able to climb ladders and consistently work at varying heights

Work in a noisy area using hearing protection.

Here are a few highlights of working with Valpak:

• Very competitive compensation package

• Benefits start on first day of the month after hire date

• Eligible for 401k participation after 30 days

• High Tech, high speed, operation, 21st century technology including robotics, fully automated production process, very clean, well organized production center and climate controlled to 74 degrees.

• Continuing education blocks to improve job skills and prepare you for advancement potential with pay increase upon successful completion.

• Generous PTO and paid holidays