Flexographic Second Press Operator

Packaging Personified•Sparta, MI

15d

About The Position

At Packaging Personified, we’re more than a packaging supplier—we’re an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions with a nationwide presence. Our family-owned and operated business has thrived since 1975, maintaining a strong foundation of stability and excellence. For nearly five decades, we’ve never had a layoff—a testament to our commitment to our people and our continued success. Join a team of talented professionals who collaborate, support, and inspire each other while creating outstanding custom packaging. We take pride in delivering excellence, and we want you to be part of it! Assisting with setting up and operating flexographic printing press to print designs or lettering on rolls of flexible plastic film by performing the following essential functions:

Requirements

1 to 2 years' experience required
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating procedures, and maintenance instructions
Ability to comprehend simple written instructions, correspondence, and memos
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, including fractions, decimals, and percentages
Strong measuring skills with the ability to compute ratios and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply common sense and follow written, oral, and diagram-based instructions
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
A strong drive to succeed with a self-starter approach and a can-do attitude
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Assist in running the press at target production rates while maintaining quality
Operate re-winder and remove rolls from the press
Support handling of plant equipment and supplies alongside press team
Assist with checking all paperwork for upcoming set-ups, including specs, layouts, and proofs
Check print quality on every roll against all specifications and assist in color adjustments as needed
Verify finished orders against Extrusion paperwork for accuracy
Prepare for next set-up by inspecting cylinders, film, and ink
Help achieve target setup times and minimize roll changes
Communicate equipment or operational concerns to the Shift Supervisor
Support press changeovers by following setup procedures and conduct first sign-in on set-ups
Monitor entire web through scanner every five minutes
Properly maintain, label, and handle hazardous waste
Follow all company operating systems and procedures and help maintain a clean, safe work environment
Work collaboratively with the First Press Operator and other team members
Foster a positive work atmosphere through professional communication with colleagues, supervisors, clients, customers, and vendors
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the manager and/or designee