Apprentice Flexographic Press Operator
About The Position
Online Labels Group is hiring Flexographic Press Operator Apprentices to join its production team. The role is intended for people with strong mechanical aptitude who want to learn the label-manufacturing lifecycle through hands-on training. Apprentices enroll in a Flexographic Press Apprenticeship Program using a technical-college-style approach to learn press operation, setup, troubleshooting, and production quality. No prior flexographic experience is required; training is provided. The program is designed to prepare apprentices for a long-term career as a Flexographic Press Operator. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour and up, based on experience. Pay increases are tied to skill development and apprenticeship progression, and higher starting pay may be considered for candidates with prior technical or mechanical experience. Initial training takes place on first shift, Monday through Thursday. After training, apprentices must be flexible and willing to work their assigned shift; placement depends on business needs and training progression. Shift differentials apply to second and fourth shifts.
Requirements
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in a production environment.
- Basic math and measurement skills.
- Willingness to work flexible shifts after training.
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
- Ability to communicate in English to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including regularly lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds, with or without assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Technical school, vocational training, or mechanical certification.
- Manufacturing, printing, or machine operation experience.
- Experience working with industrial equipment or production machinery.
Responsibilities
- Learn flexographic press operation and setup.
- Learn plate mounting and ink systems.
- Learn material handling and press adjustments.
- Learn print quality control and inspection.
- Learn to troubleshoot mechanical and print issues.
- Learn the full label production lifecycle, from setup to finished product.
- Learn safe operation of specific flexographic press equipment.
Benefits
- Potential monthly production bonuses.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) with company match.
- Holiday pay.
- Supplemental insurance, including cancer, critical illness, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Air-conditioned production floor and warehouse.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
