Machine Operator
Madison, WI 
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Posted 26 days ago
Job Description
Position Title: Machine Operator

Wage: $24-$26/hour

Shift: 2nd, 3rd

Hours: 2:53pm-11pm Monday-Friday, 10:53pm-7am Sunday-Thursday

QPS has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity with a medical and pharmaceutical packaging company on the east side of Madison. We are seeking experienced Press Operators on 2nd and 3rd shift. This company provides innovative solutions through manufacturing technologies and materials sciences. Apply today to speak with a recruiter and learn more!

Machine Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Monitor quality of product during runs
- Monitor the use of raw materials to optimize waste reduction
- Set up machine and change inks, coatings, configurations, decks, paper, and methods as required to complete projects based on the job
- Inspect job as it runs for quality of print, coating, and laminating while making adjustments as the press is running
- Inspect quality of raw materials for proper coating weights, seal strengths, and porosity
- Adjust and maintain machinery, including clean plates, rollers, etc.
- Change doctor blades (clean backups) and make necessary adjustments (lay downs, blade angles) to maintain the machine
- Perform daily maintenance, including cleaning excess oil and grease, checking, and adjusting mechanical parts, including gears, backlash, brakes, etc.
- Proficient at using a tape measure and/or ruler
- Direct the activities of the Press Assistant
- Assist the Press Assistant with clean ups when necessary
- Manage prepress activities
- Maintain paperwork such as production usage reports, forms, SPC charts, etc.
- Troubleshoot and detect cause of problems
- Assist mounting department if needed
- Monitor and maintain raw material usage and inventory control
- Assist maintenance staff if needed
- Maintain a clean, organized work area

Machine Operator Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- 2-5 years of experience running Flexographic press
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Good math skills; able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
- Ability to maintain excellent quality products
- Attention to detail
- Proficient navigating a computer
- Lift up to 50lbs

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the Midwest. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
- Over 30 years of staffing experience
Best of all, our services are 100% free to job seekers!
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

madison@qpsemployment.com
Branch: Madison WI
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2 to 5 years
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