3rd Shift Flexo Press Operator: Quality & Efficiency

Fortis Solutions Group; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Solutions Group in Novi, MI is seeking a Press Operator to operate a flexographic printing press, set up plates, inks, and coatings, and perform quality checks. You will log production data and assist with setup, ensuring color registration and die cut quality meet specifications.

You will maintain a safe, clean work area, communicate with supervision, and participate in continuous improvement activities while supporting multiple labels daily.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years press operator or printing related production experience.
• Willing to attend required training courses or sessions related to the job as assigned.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be proactive and detail oriented to catch problems or inconsistencies and bring them to management’s attention.

Responsibilities

• Perform typical press operations to support production department.
• Review job ticket and work with Press Helper to ensure job is set up properly on the press per required specifications and job notes (ink, dies, stock, plates).
• Run the job setup on the press and log data related to the job setup in the system.
• Run the job per specifications and log when completed, noting material used, etc.
• While running the press, review printed rolls for quality and consistency related to all aspects of the labels including color registration and die cut.
• Following completion of the job, move finished roll to finishing department and breakdown and clean machine in preparation for the next job.
• Communicate with Shift Supervisor and/or Production Manager regarding any issues with the labels and dies.
• Ensure proper data collection for each job, including job notes on material and time variance.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of the press along with the Press Helper and Supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and machines in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed company policies and safety regulations.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities and participate in additional press operator training when offered or needed.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organization

Press operation knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shop floor data system

Job description

Fortis Solutions Group in Novi, MI is seeking a Press Operator to operate a flexographic printing press, set up plates, inks, and coatings, and perform quality checks. You will log production data and assist with setup, ensuring color registration and die cut quality meet specifications.

You will maintain a safe, clean work area, communicate with supervision, and participate in continuous improvement activities while supporting multiple labels daily.