Direct Print Technician

Department: Direct Print - Night ShiftGreiner Packaging is seeking a Direct Print Technician to join our team in Pittston TWP, Pennsylvania. This position is essential to maintaining smooth production operations at our manufacturing plant.This position is responsible for assisting in the set up and running of Printing Machines and Print Department.Main ResponsibilitiesSet up machines to run at optimum speedAssist with the efficient running of the DepartmentTrain Packers as per training plan, if neededCarry out print and product changeovers on printing machinesProvide support to ensure machine efficiency targets are achieved (trouble-shooting)Organize cover for breaks to optimum effectCover breaks to maximize machine hours, if necessaryCo-ordinate the set up and approval of new printsApprove new prints when requiredOperate machines as and when requiredCarry out minor maintenance tasksMinimize waste & scrap and record relevant dataProvide assistance and/or technical support to maintenanceCheck print tooling and return to storage after productionPrepare and check changeover trolleysCarry out First Off Verifications on PrintEstablish optimum production speed for new productsCo-ordinate the set up and print approval of new printsUpdate ink mix guideRaise orders for printing department consumables weekly (i.e. ink, blanket, tape)Report maintenance faults to the shift leaderConduct Print verifications and perform quality checks.Fill out Production RecordsHousekeeping, Hygiene & SafetyHousekeeping of work areas / 5sClean specific machine components as required during changeover/Cleaning and inspecting carton packer if applicableEnsure all Food Safety / Hygiene / GMP requirements are adhered to at all time to ensure high levels of product safety and quality.Requires hand washing multiple times throughout a shift, including exposure to cleaning agents that may be harsh to the skin. (PPE Provided)Teamwork, Involvement & Continuous ImprovementOrganize cell/day to day decision making and support team membersParticipation in team discussions and meetings, particularly at shift handoverProvide Mentoring to departments requirementsCarry out print and product changeovers on printing and decorating machines applying Synergy when able toOverlap at shift changeParticipations in projects or continuous improvement initiativesTraining of other operators as requiredFulfill all duties as outlined in department specific work instructions/procedures or the training matrix and other duties as requiredRequired Skills:High School DiplomaExperience with printing plastics, strong technical/mechanical ability, self-motivated, great team worker, positive attitude.Must be flexible to help wherever needed.Two-year technical degree preferred.Flexibility in relation to shiftsTechnical proficiencyJob Type: Full-time, Night ShiftWe provide equal opportunities for everyone and see diversity as our strength. Therefore, we welcome all applicants - regardless of characteristics such as gender, age, background, social status, sexual orientation, religion, or mental and physical abilities. We have set the goal of empowering women and increasing female leader representation. We foster an inclusive work environment and encourage all individuals to apply.Job ID: 3750Join us!As a leading manufacturer of plastic parts and components, we are always looking for employees who will join us in sparking creative and solution-oriented ideas for the plastics industry and driving sustainable solutions forward. We attach great importance to a humorous atmosphere, communication at eye level, and long-term working relationships.