Press Operator

TOPPAN Packaging Americas; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 0%

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Company-paid and voluntary insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is seeking a Press Operator in Mississauga, ON. The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of printing press equipment for high-quality flexible packaging. You will lead press setup, changeovers, quality inspections, and troubleshooting while meeting customer specifications.

You will work closely with Press Assistants and production teams, ensuring proper processes, documentation, and a safe, organized work environment across continental shifts.

Qualifications

• Operate printing press equipment safely and efficiently according to procedures.
• Follow safety policies and use PPE.
• Lead setups, changeovers and run production with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Operate printing press equipment safely and efficiently.
• Review job kits, schedules and specs before production.
• Lead press setups, changeovers, and shutdowns.
• Install cylinders, doctor blades and other press components.
• Maintain registration, web tension, ink coverage and quality.
• Monitor print quality and adjust parameters as needed.
• Troubleshoot press, ink, and process issues to maintain productivity.
• Load/unload rolls and perform splices safely.
• Ensure finished rolls are identified and stored properly.
• Coordinate material preparation for upcoming jobs.
• Assist and direct Press Assistants during runs and setups.
• Document production records and quality checks.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Press operation

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Reading specs

Team leadership

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Printing press equipment

Job description

Summary Description

The Press Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and consistent operation of printing press equipment used to produce high-quality flexible packaging. This position leads press setup, operation, changeovers, quality inspections, and troubleshooting while ensuring all products meet customer specifications.

Position: Press Operator

Location: Mississauga, ON

Shift: Continental Shifts

Pay Rate: $32.64 CAD per hour

The Press Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and consistent operation of printing press equipment used to produce high-quality flexible packaging. This position leads press setup, operation, changeovers, quality inspections, and troubleshooting while ensuring all products meet customer specifications. Working closely with Press Assistants and other production team members, the Press Operator coordinates press activities, monitors operating conditions, and helps maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe manufacturing practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Operate printing press equipment safely and efficiently according to established procedures and production requirements.
• Review job kits, job jackets, production schedules, and customer specifications before beginning each production run.
• Lead press setups, changeovers, and shutdowns while minimizing downtime and material waste.
• Install and prepare cylinders, anilox rolls, doctor blade assemblies, pumps, hoses, filters, and other press components.
• Set and maintain proper registration, impression, web tension, ink coverage, and other operating parameters.
• Monitor colour consistency, print quality, registration, ink viscosity, and overall press performance throughout each production run.
• Blend inks and prepare solvent mixtures according to established formulas and required ratios.
• Verify that the correct films, inks, cylinders, and other materials are being used and processed on the proper surface.
• Conduct required quality checks and raw-material testing, documenting results accurately.
• Identify printing defects, mechanical issues, and process deviations and make appropriate adjustments.
• Troubleshoot press, ink, web-handling, and print-quality issues to maintain efficient production.
• Load and unload rolls from the press and rewind equipment.
• Set up splices and safely perform flying splices during production.
• Ensure finished rolls are properly identified, secured, and prepared for transportation or storage.
• Coordinate the preparation and staging of materials for upcoming jobs.
• Direct and support Press Assistants during setups, production runs, changeovers, and cleaning activities.
• Communicate production concerns, equipment issues, quality deviations, and shift updates to the appropriate team members.
• Complete production records, quality documentation, downtime reporting, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Perform routine cleaning, inspections, and basic preventive-maintenance activities.
• Maintain housekeeping, health, safety, and quality standards throughout the press area.
• Participate in Global Performance System activities and continuous-improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, waste reduction, and productivity.
• Provide cross-functional support and training to other team members as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You have previous experience operating printing, converting, or other industrial production equipment.
• You have flexographic or rotogravure printing experience, preferably within the flexible-packaging industry.
• You understand printing concepts such as registration, colour matching, viscosity, web tension, impression, and defect identification.
• You have strong mechanical aptitude and can troubleshoot equipment and process-related issues.
• You can read and follow job specifications, operating procedures, production instructions, and quality standards.
• You have strong attention to detail and take pride in producing consistent, high-quality work.
• You can safely handle inks, solvents, and other production materials according to established procedures.
• You are comfortable working continental shifts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• You are dependable, demonstrate excellent attendance, and possess a strong work ethic.
• You communicate effectively and can provide direction and support to Press Assistants.
• You are committed to workplace safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• You have a secondary school diploma or recognized equivalent.

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.