Flexographic Press Apprentice

Epsen Hillmer Graphics Co•Omaha, NE

11h•Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting new position for a 2nd Shift Flexographic Press Apprentice. In this role, you will train to develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviors required to independently operate a roll / flexographic press. On-the-job training will be conducted for this role, during 1st shift (7:30 am to 4 pm) for approximately 4-6 weeks prior to taking on a set schedule of 2:30-11:00pm. Press Setup Training: Train under the direction of experienced press operators to develop a working knowledge of roll press operations, materials, and production workflows. Assist with make-ready procedures, load materials and rolls onto the press, set up magnetic die cylinders as training progresses, and support safe, efficient job changeovers and breakdowns, including removal of print cylinders, anilox rolls, and ink chambers. Learn to read and interpret job tickets, specifications, and press controls as you progress toward independent operation. Quality, Maintenance & Efficiency: Understand and follow established safety and production procedures while maintaining quality standards. Perform routine press maintenance, cleaning, and housekeeping tasks to support equipment performance. Identify and communicate job changes, defects, and process issues, and support waste-reduction efforts by applying LEAN principles and standard work practices. Apprenticeship Development: Work collaboratively with press operators and support teams across shifts to maintain clear, respectful communication and consistent workflow. Demonstrate accountability, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude toward coaching and feedback. Progressively build the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to become a skilled roll press operator while supporting production, safety, and customer commitments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Consistent work history
Ability to measure product utilizing the metric system, use a utility knife with precise cuts
Attention to detail, and acceptable vision or corrected vision to differentiate color variances
Ability to train to safely operate a pallet or floor jack
Operate a computer, read documents, answer phones, and communicate in person
Ability to lift and move 50 pounds
Frequent bending, stooping, twisting of lumbar and squatting
Ability to stand and walk on cement floors with anti-fatigue mats
Frequent reaching below the waist and shoulder level, and wrist motion and gripping
Must be authorized to work in the United States, and able to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen, physical assessments, audio, and color vision test
Desire to live out our values as a team player and advocate for our culture:
ACCOUNTABILITY: When you commit to something, you do it on time. Willing to have tough conversations in order to grow. Blame no one but yourself.
DEDICATION: Do what it takes. You do what's best for the team, not just you. Start answers with yes instead of no.
AUTHENTICITY: Make decisions when no one is watching as if everyone is. Humble approach. Bad news is better than no news. Integrity trumps profit. Willingness to Grow.
TRAINABLE: Step out of your comfort zone. Effectively give and receive feedback. Understand growth comes from both success and failure.

Nice To Haves

Previous printing or manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with make-ready procedures
Load materials and rolls onto the press
Set up magnetic die cylinders as training progresses
Support safe, efficient job changeovers and breakdowns, including removal of print cylinders, anilox rolls, and ink chambers
Learn to read and interpret job tickets, specifications, and press controls
Follow established safety and production procedures while maintaining quality standards
Perform routine press maintenance, cleaning, and housekeeping tasks to support equipment performance
Identify and communicate job changes, defects, and process issues
Support waste-reduction efforts by applying LEAN principles and standard work practices
Work collaboratively with press operators and support teams across shifts to maintain clear, respectful communication and consistent workflow
Demonstrate accountability, a willingness to learn, and a positive attitude toward coaching and feedback
Progressively build the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to become a skilled roll press operator while supporting production, safety, and customer commitments.