Bag Press Operator — 4x10 Shift, Ink/Color Matching

JCSI; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,821,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Relocation assistance

Job summary

JCSI is seeking a Bag Press Operator for 1st & 2nd shifts in the St. Charles, MO area. This hands-on, mechanically-driven role requires setting up and running bag-forming presses to produce pinch-bottom and flat-bottom bags.

You will read job orders, adjust ink colors, and ensure quality before final QC approval. We offer a full-time 4x10 schedule (Monday–Thursday) with shift options; compensation ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating bag-forming/printing press equipment.
• Experience producing pinch-bottom and/or flat-bottom bags is a strong plus.
• Flexographic printing background, including color matching.
• Working knowledge of ink chemistry and maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude — comfortable with manual press setup.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Comfortable with basic math, using a calculator, and reading a ruler.
• Able to distinguish colors and shades accurately for quality control.
• Basic computer navigation skills.
• Willing and able to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervision.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Read job orders and set up machinery to meet specific customer requirements.
• Monitor print quality at prescribed intervals and document checks.
• Mix, match, and maintain inks/colors correctly for each job.
• Mount plates and perform changeovers and basic machine adjustments.
• Run machinery at acceptable speed and scrap levels.
• Complete all make-ready process control steps and obtain QC/supervisor approval for startup.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process-control issues, including repairs.
• Direct a packer/press assistant on day-to-day workflow.
• Follow startup and end-of-day clean-up procedures; keep machine and work area clean.
• Cross-train on other bag machinery as needed.
• Follow all safety rules and work in a safe manner at all times.

Skills

Bag-press operation

Flexographic printing

Ink color matching

Mechanical aptitude

Read job orders

Basic math and ruler reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JCSI is seeking a Bag Press Operator for 1st & 2nd shifts in the St. Charles, MO area. This hands-on, mechanically-driven role requires setting up and running bag-forming presses to produce pinch-bottom and flat-bottom bags.

You will read job orders, adjust ink colors, and ensure quality before final QC approval. We offer a full-time 4x10 schedule (Monday–Thursday) with shift options; compensation ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour based on experience.