Flexographic Press Operator

Labelmaster is an established and growing company that takes the complexity out of shipping Dangerous Goods (Hazmat), making the world a safer place.

At Labelmaster, we are way more than labels.  We sell and manufacture products, develop software and provide services for every industry – such as manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, transportation, food and beverages and other businesses.

We are looking for an intuitive Flexographic Press Operator who:

• Does not want to work in Corporate America
• Wants to make a difference every day at work
• Wants to have true work/life balance
• Loves to learn new things
• Has ideas on how to make things better

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• 401(k) with Matching
• Fitness Bank
• Pre-tax Transit Program
• PTO Bank
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Diversity Days
• Volunteer Time Off
• Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive wage ($26-30 hourly)
• 100% In-Office Non-Remote

Position Purpose

The Flexographic Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a flexographic printing press, ensuring high-quality printed products by adjusting ink flow, plate positioning, and machine settings while closely monitoring print quality, color accuracy, and registration according to job specifications; tasks include loading materials, changing printing plates, mixing inks, and performing routine preventative maintenance checks to maintain production efficiency and meet customer requirements. Mark Andy P7, 2200 or other and/or Nilpeter press experience a plus. Knowledge and experience with fanfolding equipment is a plus.

This is a Full-Time, Hourly position. We’re hiring for 1st Shift (6:00 am - 2:00 pm), Monday through Friday.

Essential Functions & Principal Accountabilities

• Manufacturing facility with printing equipment
• Reviews and completes specs from job tickets and layouts both accurately and precisely
• Sets up and adjusts press for job runs to meet specifications
• Mount plates
• Color match ink
• Monitors product quality during job runs
• Monitors equipment during job runs, remains alert to mechanical problems, and corrects or refers to maintenance as necessary
• Following approval procedures and documents outcomes from production in system
• Print jobs
• Maintain a clean & neat work environment
• Press clean up
• Good attendance
• Notify manager of mechanical problems immediately
• Track job time in computer as required
• Meet production standards for output and waste

Skills and Attributes We’d Like You to Have

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret technical manuals
• Attention to detail and color perception
• Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to make precise adjustments
• Basic computer skills for accessing job specifications and production reports
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Ability to work overtime and Saturday’s when needed
• Team Player-willingness to assist others
• Ability to accurately count
• Ability to communicate English
• Ability to read/write English
• Ability to lift and carry up to thirty-five pounds in a physical environment.
• Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
• Ability to make repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting

Experience We’d Like You to Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent desired
• Flexographic Printing, Mark Andy and or Nilpeter preferred
• 3-5 Years Manufacturing Press Operator Experience

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