Pre-Press Plate Mounter (12hr Nights)
Amcor, Bowling Green, KY, United States
Job Description
The Mounter reports to the Technical Manager of the Printing and Converting Departments and is directed daily by the Press Supervisor. Prepares sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses, and is responsible for quality/productivity associated with materials processed through assigned machinery.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position the employee is responsible for the preparation of sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses. The position entails mounting photopolymer plates onto sleeves and proofing. Notify management whenever equipment is found to be malfunctioning, damaged, or in need of repair. Maintain production and quality standards as set forth by the Department Manager. Organize work flow for smooth operation. Make necessary adjustments and monitor equipment so that product complies with work order. Other duties may be assigned.
Lifts and places printing sleeves of specified size on mounter‑proofing machine. Measures and sets cameras used as guides for alignment of printing plates. Applies cushion backing to sleeve to prep for plate mounting. Maneuvers plate on sleeve for proper position according to job specifications. Checks plates versus supplied proofs to verify accuracy.
OPERATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Must have good speaking skills. Must be able to read, write and understand English. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers and employees both in person and through written and verbal correspondence. Ability to perform duties with minimal direction and be self‑motivated.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Adhere to safety policies and procedures in compliance with Amcor’s guidelines. Visually inspect the facility for tripping hazards, equipment safeguards and maintain a clean work environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
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, and/or ability required. Being mechanically inclined is essential.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school graduation or its equivalent preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
MATH SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Accurately read a tape measure.
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 the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee continuously uses arms, hands and fingers to handle, grasp, hold, grip and squeeze. The employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; manual dexterity is required with exposure to arm, wrist and back fatigue. Bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, sitting, carrying, standing in one place, reaching, pushing and pulling for general duties. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Occasional climbing/descending of stairs as well as pushing a broom to clean the production floor are required. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions on this job. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud. An essential part of this position is to work in a teamwork environment. The employee is exposed to temperature variances; extreme heat during the summer and cold temperatures during the winter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224‑313‑7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
BENEFITS
Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company‑paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
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The Mounter reports to the Technical Manager of the Printing and Converting Departments and is directed daily by the Press Supervisor. Prepares sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses, and is responsible for quality/productivity associated with materials processed through assigned machinery.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position the employee is responsible for the preparation of sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses. The position entails mounting photopolymer plates onto sleeves and proofing. Notify management whenever equipment is found to be malfunctioning, damaged, or in need of repair. Maintain production and quality standards as set forth by the Department Manager. Organize work flow for smooth operation. Make necessary adjustments and monitor equipment so that product complies with work order. Other duties may be assigned.
Lifts and places printing sleeves of specified size on mounter‑proofing machine. Measures and sets cameras used as guides for alignment of printing plates. Applies cushion backing to sleeve to prep for plate mounting. Maneuvers plate on sleeve for proper position according to job specifications. Checks plates versus supplied proofs to verify accuracy.
OPERATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS
Must have good speaking skills. Must be able to read, write and understand English. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers and employees both in person and through written and verbal correspondence. Ability to perform duties with minimal direction and be self‑motivated.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Adhere to safety policies and procedures in compliance with Amcor’s guidelines. Visually inspect the facility for tripping hazards, equipment safeguards and maintain a clean work environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
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, and/or ability required. Being mechanically inclined is essential.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school graduation or its equivalent preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
MATH SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Accurately read a tape measure.
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 the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee continuously uses arms, hands and fingers to handle, grasp, hold, grip and squeeze. The employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; manual dexterity is required with exposure to arm, wrist and back fatigue. Bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, sitting, carrying, standing in one place, reaching, pushing and pulling for general duties. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Occasional climbing/descending of stairs as well as pushing a broom to clean the production floor are required. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions on this job. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud. An essential part of this position is to work in a teamwork environment. The employee is exposed to temperature variances; extreme heat during the summer and cold temperatures during the winter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224‑313‑7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
E-VERIFY
We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
BENEFITS
Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company‑paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
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