Entry-Level Press Operator – Ink & Plate Setup

UFP Industries; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account with company

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

Advantage Label & Packaging is seeking an entry-level Level I Press Operator to support the production team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will assist with dies, inks, and plates, helping to keep presses running smoothly and efficiently.

As part of a collaborative, family-oriented environment, you will learn from more experienced operators, participate in setup and changeover, and contribute to delivering a quality product for customers while maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a color vision deficiency test.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist Level II–IV Press Operators with production of a quality product.
• Assist with set-up and change-over to improve efficiency.
• Handle the delivery and return of dies, print cylinders, and inks.
• Mount plates for flexographic presses, staging multiple jobs.
• Mix inks for upcoming jobs.
• Keep presses running during breaks.
• Maintain a clean, neat, organized production area.
• Work with pre-production and production teams respectfully.
• Manage time effectively.

Skills

Color vision test

Lift up to 50 lbs

18 years or older

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Advantage Label & Packaging is seeking an entry-level Level I Press Operator to support the production team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will assist with dies, inks, and plates, helping to keep presses running smoothly and efficiently.

As part of a collaborative, family-oriented environment, you will learn from more experienced operators, participate in setup and changeover, and contribute to delivering a quality product for customers while maintaining a clean, organized work area.