Heartland Technology Group
Press Assistant - Little Chute - 3rd Shift
Heartland Technology Group, Little Chute, Wisconsin, United States, 54140
Heartland Technology Group
Heartland Label Printers is a printing company specializing in pressure sensitive labels. We have had continuous growth since 1990, by serving the transportation, grocery and pharmaceutical industries along with many other markets. We have almost 200 people on our team between our Little Chute, WI, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, and Windham, ME locations. Check out what we have to offer!
HOURS Friday – Sunday, 3:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
POSITION SUMMARY The Press Assistant is responsible for assisting the Press Operators and Die Cutter Operators in setting up and operating a printing machine to produce print on label rolls as well as being able to operate a press or die cutter with basic blank or simple color products safely and effectively.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Understand and support the company’s Core Values
Examine job orders to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, and anilox BCM.
Select and install printing plates, rollers, feed guides, gauges, screens, stencils, dies, and cylinders in machines according specifications, using hand tools.
Operate presses or die cutters, turret machines, and fanfolders in the absence of an operator
Reposition printing plates, adjust pressure rolls, or otherwise adjust machines to improve print quality, using knobs, hand wheels, or hand tools
Set and adjust speed, ink flow, and positions and pressure tolerances of equipment
Load, position, and adjust materials on holding fixtures or in equipment loading and feeding mechanisms
Blend, manage, mix, store, and maintain inks according to types of material being printed and work order specifications
Pour ink, color compounds, and other materials into in pans, making measurements and adjustments to control color and viscosity
Test inks for pH and viscosity according to manufacturer’s specifications
Clean and lubricate printing machines and components, using oil, solvents, brushes, rags, and hoses
Pack and label cartons, boxes, or bins of finished products
Other duties, as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous flexographic printing experience
Mechanical aptitude
High School Diploma
Technical Certification or Associates Degree in printing processes
Working knowledge of the use of a PC and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
We are confident that Heartland will offer you a difference experience, a positive experience in manufacturing! Come experience our rich values-based culture that drives teamwork and respect for individuals, service to our customers and strong business performance.
Benefits
History of no layoffs, ever!
Straight shifts (no rotating or swing)
4 days off per week
Opportunities for Overtime
Paid Vacation and Holidays upon hire
Up to 24 hours of paid Personal time upon hire
Performance Increases
Culture of promoting from within
Regular team building activities, including cookouts, Happy Hours, Holiday in the Plant
Eligible for $1,000 Attendance bonus, prorated based on hire date. Goes up to $1,500 for the 2nd year and beyond as long as you continue to be eligible.
End of Year company performance bonus
Paid Training, including personal development classes
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with a company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Competitive package of health insurance; 401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% company match, up to 6%; life insurance at 1X your annual income
On-site fitness centers
Volunteer opportunities on behalf of Heartland
CORE VALUES
Performance
Respect
Innovative
Development
Excellence
To learn more about our company and view our other opportunities, visit www.hrtlp.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Including Disabled and Veterans
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Heartland Label Printers is a printing company specializing in pressure sensitive labels. We have had continuous growth since 1990, by serving the transportation, grocery and pharmaceutical industries along with many other markets. We have almost 200 people on our team between our Little Chute, WI, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, and Windham, ME locations. Check out what we have to offer!
HOURS Friday – Sunday, 3:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
POSITION SUMMARY The Press Assistant is responsible for assisting the Press Operators and Die Cutter Operators in setting up and operating a printing machine to produce print on label rolls as well as being able to operate a press or die cutter with basic blank or simple color products safely and effectively.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Understand and support the company’s Core Values
Examine job orders to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, and anilox BCM.
Select and install printing plates, rollers, feed guides, gauges, screens, stencils, dies, and cylinders in machines according specifications, using hand tools.
Operate presses or die cutters, turret machines, and fanfolders in the absence of an operator
Reposition printing plates, adjust pressure rolls, or otherwise adjust machines to improve print quality, using knobs, hand wheels, or hand tools
Set and adjust speed, ink flow, and positions and pressure tolerances of equipment
Load, position, and adjust materials on holding fixtures or in equipment loading and feeding mechanisms
Blend, manage, mix, store, and maintain inks according to types of material being printed and work order specifications
Pour ink, color compounds, and other materials into in pans, making measurements and adjustments to control color and viscosity
Test inks for pH and viscosity according to manufacturer’s specifications
Clean and lubricate printing machines and components, using oil, solvents, brushes, rags, and hoses
Pack and label cartons, boxes, or bins of finished products
Other duties, as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous flexographic printing experience
Mechanical aptitude
High School Diploma
Technical Certification or Associates Degree in printing processes
Working knowledge of the use of a PC and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
We are confident that Heartland will offer you a difference experience, a positive experience in manufacturing! Come experience our rich values-based culture that drives teamwork and respect for individuals, service to our customers and strong business performance.
Benefits
History of no layoffs, ever!
Straight shifts (no rotating or swing)
4 days off per week
Opportunities for Overtime
Paid Vacation and Holidays upon hire
Up to 24 hours of paid Personal time upon hire
Performance Increases
Culture of promoting from within
Regular team building activities, including cookouts, Happy Hours, Holiday in the Plant
Eligible for $1,000 Attendance bonus, prorated based on hire date. Goes up to $1,500 for the 2nd year and beyond as long as you continue to be eligible.
End of Year company performance bonus
Paid Training, including personal development classes
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with a company contribution to a Health Savings Account
Competitive package of health insurance; 401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% company match, up to 6%; life insurance at 1X your annual income
On-site fitness centers
Volunteer opportunities on behalf of Heartland
CORE VALUES
Performance
Respect
Innovative
Development
Excellence
To learn more about our company and view our other opportunities, visit www.hrtlp.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Including Disabled and Veterans
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