Flexographic Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Cannonball Recruiting•Saint Charles, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a 2nd Shift Flexographic Press Operator to set-up and operate Flexo presses for a printing & packaging facility in St. Charles, MO. This role involves ensuring print consistency, quality, and registration, as well as coordinating with the press crew and maintaining a safe work environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
2-5 years of related Printing experience
Knowledge of Flexographic printing methods
Ability to Bend, Reach, Crawl, Twist, and lift at least 50 pound unassisted
Ability to Stand for long periods of time is required
Ability to see, hear, count, read, measure, and follow verbal directions in English

Responsibilities

Set up press.
Use appropriate dies, inks and other materials as specified by the order.
Load rolls of stock on the press.
Operate press.
Make press adjustments as needed to ensure print consistency, quality and registration.
Verify proper color shades, die cuts, etc.
Ensure items are varnished, glued, and/or folded as needed.
Mount printing plates properly on cylinders.
Adjust and mix inks per job requirement.
Obtain approval of product before press run.
Run job at pre-determined run speed.
Maintain waste levels within set parameters.
Unload product at end of line.
Coordinate press crew efforts with other operators.
Train other workers as instructed.
Maintain safe, clean workstation.
Place waste in appropriate containers.