Flexo Press Operator 2

Flexo Press Operator 2 Location: Kansas City, KS | Type: Full-Time, Direct-Hire

Pay: $25.00 – $34.00/hr + $2.00/hr Night Shift Differential

Schedule: 12-Hour Rotating 2-2-3 (5:45 PM–6:00 AM Nights)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Earn More: Predictable 49-hour weeks every other week (9 hours of OT!) plus a $2/hr night differential.

• More Days Off: Work only 14 days a month with regular 3-day weekends every two weeks.

• Modern & Clean Facility: Operate updated wide-web flexo presses in a clean, climate-controlled pressroom.

• Built-In Support: Work alongside dedicated Press Operator 1 assistants to handle inks and speed up changeovers.

• Real Growth: Clear path to Lead Operator and Supervisory roles—we actively promote from within.

• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, Short/Long-Term Disability, and annual safety gear allowances.

What You’ll Do

• Setup & Production: Execute fast, efficient setups and make-readies on wide-web flexo presses while minimizing scrap.

• Color & Quality Control: Maintain precise print registration and monitor ink viscosity every 15 minutes to match setup samples.

• Leadership: Guide, train, and coordinate daily tasks with Press Operator 1 assistants to keep press lines running smoothly.

• Maintenance & Safety: Perform start-of-shift equipment checks, assist with minor repairs, and enforce safety/GMP standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 2+ years operating flexographic printing presses (wide-web preferred).

• Technical Skills: mechanical aptitude with the ability to read job tickets, micrometers, and tape measures accurately.

• Vision & Physical: Color vision differentiation pass required. Able to stand 12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs (75 lbs team lift).

• Mindset: Dependable, safety-focused, and willing to coach junior press team members.

Your 2-2-3 Schedule at a Glance

• Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat (49 Hours — 40 regular + 9 overtime)

• Week 2: Sun, Wed, Thu (36.75 Hours)

salary: $52,000 - $72,800 per year
shift: Third
work hours: 5:45 PM - 6 AM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Drive Press Excellence: Set up, start up, and operate Wide-Web Flexographic presses with a focus on maximizing run times and minimizing scrap.

• Lead & Mentor: Guide, train, and assist your Press Operator 1 (Assistant) to ensure the team is aligned, breaks are coordinated, and the press keeps rolling.

• Quality Champion: Review work instructions, verify materials, and perform strict roll-to-roll quality checks to match the approved sample perfectly.

• Maintain & Troubleshoot: Perform routine preventative maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and collaborate with the Maintenance team for quick repairs.

• Safety & Environment: Keep a spotless workspace and ensure the safe handling/documentation of inks, solvents, and hazardous waste according to company guidelines.

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The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time
• working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week
• working weekends

Skills

• Flexographic Printing (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Blueprint Reading
• Math and Calculation
• Material Handling
• Monitoring
• Maintenance

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.