ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's® and Sidul®.OVERVIEWThe Flexographic Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating flexographic printing press to print designs or lettering on rolls of flexible plastic film, paper, and nonabsorbent stock. This position is for 2nd shift.DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for reading and interpreting job orders, identifying any possible errors, and setting up equipment accordinglyFacilitates print press process from start to finishResponsible for changing plates and/or materials in between ordersMaintains quality by performing all required Quality Control inspections prior to production and at assigned inspection points throughout the process.Responsible for cleaning machines according to specificationsPerforms light maintenance, supply inventory, and purchasing when necessarySafely operates Material handling Equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks) to stage materialsAll other duties as assignedWORK EXPERIENCESExperience independently operating flexographic or similar printer in fast paced printing operationDemonstrated ability to read measurements in both standard and metric unitsProven ability to make sound decisions regarding resource utilization and needs.Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicateProven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines.Strong technical aptitude with experience in manufacturing.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent requiredOne year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferredESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)Microsoft office and PC skillsStrong organizational, verbal, and written communication skillsResults-oriented, process improvement focused.Ability to work cross functionally to achieve outstanding results.Highly organized, self-starter that can work with little direct supervision.Able to regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.LOCATION OF ROLEBuffalo, NYSHIFT2nd shiftRATE$24.20-33 hourlyWe are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
