Press Operator; 3rd Shift

Press Operator (3rd Shift) (Manufacturing)

The Press Operator sets up and operates flexographic presses to produce quality products that meet customer and production standards while monitoring ink colors and ensuring proper substrate cutting. The operator collaborates with the team to maintain safety, efficiency, and product consistency in an inclusive work environment.

Third Shift runs Sunday through Thursday, 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM.

• Set up ink, tooling, and dies according to customer and production specifications, ensuring accurate substrate cutting.
• Replace master roll, remove waste, and stage materials as needed.
• Monitor and adjust ink colors and press settings to maintain consistency and quality throughout the run.
• Verify materials, color standards, and specifications match job requirements before and during production.
• Start and operate the press, achieving acceptable color, fit, registration, and position efficiently.
• Maintain proper running speeds, tension, and plate alignment; monitor and adjust for consistent, high‑quality output with minimal waste.
• Perform quality checks, scan sheets for accuracy, and pull samples for Quality Assurance.
• Complete required paperwork and document material usage and time.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance, clean equipment and workstation, and assist with general area upkeep.
• Remove and clean plates, cylinders, and related press components as needed.
• Report inventory deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Stage printer material for next department or process.
• Follow all department work instructions.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum education required: high school diploma or GED. Past experience with flexographic presses highly preferred. Machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting required.

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, safety guidelines, documentation, short correspondence, and memos.
• Write simple correspondence.
• Communicate clearly with team members and leadership when issues arise.

• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Compute rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs.

• Basic computer skills are a must.
• Basic proficiency in operating systems such as Radius or similar platforms preferred.
• Navigate menus, enter data accurately, and perform routine system tasks (such as logging production runs). Preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Adapt to fast‑paced and high‑pressure environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding are a plus.
• Maintain good attendance.

Stand, walk, carry, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use manual dexterity. Grasp, reach, and lift/move up to 10 lbs regularly; 25 lbs frequently; 50 lbs occasionally. Close, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; adjust focus. Climb, sit for long periods, and speak/articulate occasionally. Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
Employee Assistance Program; generous paid time off and holiday pay (9 holidays plus 2 floating days; 10 days PTO in the first year, 15 days in the second year, with further increases).

Press Operators are regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and frequently encounter fumes or airborne particles. The manufacturing area is climate controlled but may be warm or cold. Noise level is usually loud; hearing protection is provided where necessary.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability.