Operator - Press - 2nd and 3rd shift available

This position prepares the flexographic press for print jobs as assigned, loads appropriate film and ink, and ensure quality by checking for blots/errors. The objective of this role is to produce roll to roll printed material with the highest degree of quality, as directed each day by production leaders.

2nd Shift Hours: 12:45 pm to 9:15 pm, Monday - Friday

3rd Shift Hours: 8:45 pm to 5:15 am, Monday - Friday

Compensation: $24 - $30/hr DOE

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Operate press in a safe and efficient way; troubleshoot and correct problems as needed.
• Confer with Press Operator from previous shift regarding status of press operations.
• Set up print work on press for approval.
• Check Color with X-Rite, Enter Values by Roll # into QA Master Software
• Set Impression, Evaluate Quality of Print, Execute Recommended Corrections
• Set Registration, Evaluate Quality of Print, Execute Recommended Corrections
• Manage Viscosities of Inks, Ensure Correct Solvent for certain inks
• Collect Ink Samples from Approved Color Jobs
• Set and Evaluate Impression, basic troubleshooting of print defects
• Set and Evaluate Registration, basic trouble shooting of registration float
• Evaluate Materials and Constructions, understand different Tension, Taper, Rewind requirements
• Understand various QC Checks and Procedures, Understand Customer Specifications
• Fully Understand Job Jacket Contents, Use and Meaning of each item, able to interpret & seek guidance
• Be a Role Model for Work Ethic and Attitude, Press Area Organization and Cleanliness

Skills and Abilities

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to mechanically lift heavy loads in a safe way.
• Good communication skills in the English language (reading, writing, listening and speaking).

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Experience

Preferred

• Printer Inks and Color Matching
• Flexographic Printing Press

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