1st Shift Flexo Print Operator - Setup & Color Matching

RLG Healthcare; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Label Group in Buffalo, NY is seeking a 1st Shift Flexo Press Operator to join our team. The role involves setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. This position offers onsite training and the opportunity to learn a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry.

Employees will have unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career. Pay rate is $24.00-$34.50 per hour for an Experienced Flexo Press Operator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 3+ years related experience or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of narrow-web Flexo printing experience.
• Experience with color matching, die cutting, plate mounting and changeovers.

Responsibilities

• Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.
• Fills ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.
• Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary
• Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead-to-lead and runs down approval strip
• Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required
• Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity
• Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Work Ethic

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Flexo Press

Narrow-web Printing

Color Matching

Die Cutting

Plate Mounting

Changeovers

Job description

Resource Label Group in Buffalo, NY is seeking a 1st Shift Flexo Press Operator to join our team. The role involves setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. This position offers onsite training and the opportunity to learn a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry.

Employees will have unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career. Pay rate is $24.00-$34.50 per hour for an Experienced Flexo Press Operator.