Flexographic Pressman

Social Influence•Ellington, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator for a printing and packaging manufacturing operation. The role sets up, operates, and maintains flexographic printing presses to produce pressure-sensitive labels and other printed packaging products. The operator is expected to maintain consistent print quality, meet production schedules and customer specifications, and work safely and efficiently in a manufacturing environment. The role works with production materials and industrial printing equipment, including printing inks, and may involve manufacturing noise and varying temperatures. The position is offered on either a second or third shift. Second shift runs Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, using a Durst K Jet hybrid printing press. Third shift runs Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, using a Mark Andy P5 flexographic press. First-shift training lasts approximately 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the position. Pay is listed as $20–$26 per hour, with a headline maximum of $26 per hour. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and opportunities for training and career advancement. Specific benefits should be confirmed for the location. The employer may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of press operation or printing-related production experience.
Knowledge of flexographic printing processes and press setup procedures.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
Ability to read and interpret job tickets and production specifications.
Understanding of color registration, printing plates, inks, and substrates.
Strong attention to detail and quality control.
Good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively with production team members.
Willingness to complete required company training.
Ability to stand, walk, crouch, and perform repetitive production tasks.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and handle up to 75 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work safely around moving industrial printing equipment.
Ability to work in an environment with printing inks, manufacturing noise, and varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating Mark Andy or similar flexographic printing equipment.
Experience in pressure-sensitive label manufacturing.
Knowledge of narrow-web flexographic printing.
Experience with plate mounting, die changes, ink adjustments, and web tension.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance and production documentation.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor flexographic printing presses.
Review job tickets, customer specifications, and production requirements.
Prepare and install printing plates, dies, inks, coatings, and substrates.
Work with Press Helpers to complete accurate and efficient press setups.
Monitor color consistency, print registration, die-cutting accuracy, and overall print quality.
Inspect printed rolls during production to identify defects and maintain quality standards.
Adjust press settings to improve efficiency and minimize material waste.
Troubleshoot mechanical and printing issues.
Document production times, materials used, job completion, and equipment concerns.
Remove completed rolls and prepare materials for the finishing department.
Clean press components and prepare equipment for upcoming jobs.
Perform basic preventive maintenance and routine press adjustments.
Communicate production or quality concerns to supervisors and management.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Participate in ongoing training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Follow established safety procedures and work efficiently to meet customer deadlines.