Entry-Level Flexographic Press Operator

UFP Industries; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Other benefits

Job summary

Advantage Label & Packaging, a Grand Rapids, MI based manufacturing company, is seeking a Level I Press Operator to support production on flexographic presses. The role involves assisting higher-level operators, handling dies, inks, and plates, and helping maintain efficient setup and changeovers.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED (preferred but not required), be able to lift up to 50 lbs, pass a color vision test, and be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• May be required to pass color vision test.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist Level II–IV Press Operators in producing quality labels and maintaining efficiency during setup and changeovers.
• Handle delivery and return of dies, print cylinders, and inks.
• Mount plates for flexographic presses and stage multiple jobs ahead.
• Mix inks for upcoming jobs and complete press double-checks as needed.
• Keep presses running during breaks and maintain a clean, organized production area.
• Collaborate with pre-production and production teams with respect and teamwork.

Job description

Advantage Label & Packaging, a Grand Rapids, MI based manufacturing company, is seeking a Level I Press Operator to support production on flexographic presses. The role involves assisting higher-level operators, handling dies, inks, and plates, and helping maintain efficient setup and changeovers.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED (preferred but not required), be able to lift up to 50 lbs, pass a color vision test, and be at least 18 years old.