Printing Press Operator
About The Position
At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated. The Role: You will operate state-of-the-art printing presses to deliver high-quality printing and finishing services for film, paper, and specialty materials. Working alongside 160 employee-owners in a collaborative environment, you'll monitor production quality, troubleshoot equipment issues, and participate in our comprehensive training program while serving essential markets including food, consumer goods, industrial, and healthcare.
Requirements
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
- Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
- Strong communication skills and positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of flexographic printing experience
- Basic computer knowledge
- Previous manufacturing experience
Responsibilities
- Safely operate machine and assume general responsibility and oversight for assigned jobs
- Narrow/wide web, water base/solvent inks, multiple substrates as applicable
- Monitor quality, production, and waste, adjusting to customer specifications/demands
- Ensure product meets the quality requirements set by your Supervisor/ Manager
- Perform printing jobs of 1-10 color surface and reverse print as needed
- Set up for cylinders, plates, sleeves and anilox rolls
- Provide direct oversight to Press Assistant on assigned machine on primary tasks
- Assign tasks each shift as needed
- Checking ink, shafting rolls, splicing, threading machine, cleaning work environment
- Work as a team to ensure all jobs are done timely and accurately
- Train and coach assistants as needed to elevate their job performance
- Shaft new rolls of paper on each shift
- Splice new rolls to existing web and thread machine when necessary
- Identify and react to production problems (safety, quality, shortage of raw materials, out of spec raw materials and inventory issues).
- Troubleshoot machine problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or supervisors
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Employee Ownership
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
- Holiday Pay
- Paid vacation
- 401(k) with company match
- Performance-based bonuses
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
