Experienced Flexo Operator

CCL Healthcare; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CCL Industries Inc. is seeking a Press Operator to safely set up, operate, and maintain Gallus flexographic presses for high-quality labels. This role reports to the Production team and coordinates with Press Helpers and Finishing Operators.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 2–4 years of related experience, with strong mechanical skills and teamwork. 2nd shift hours are 3–11 pm with a $1.00/hour shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of related experience required.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain flexographic presses: Comco and Gallus EM 260 (formerly Arsoma) safely and to meet customer requirements.
• Perform routine TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance) on equipment and necessary cleaning.
• Work with Press Helpers and Finishing Operators.
• Accurately report labor sheets, hour by hour tracking, and shift change turnover.
• Participate in biannual physical inventory counts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical skillset

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Dependable

Task orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-4 years of related experience

Job description

Join our Production team of Press Operators with upwards of 35 years of experience to setup, operate, and maintain industry-leading Gallus flexographic printing presses used to manufacture functional labels.

Shift: 2nd Shift (3 - 11 pm) with $1.00/hour shift differential.

Location

Job Summary & Requirements

Job Summary:

The Press Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of flexographic presses to produce high-quality products. The operator will follow established procedures for setup, maintenance, and quality control, ensuring that customer requirements are met. This role is essential for the smooth functioning of the production department and the overall success of the business.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and maintain flexographic presses: Comco and Gallus EM 260 (formerly Arsoma) in a safe, efficient manner meeting all customer requirements (quality, safety, and on time delivery).
• Perform routine TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance) on equipment and necessary cleaning as required.
• Works with Press Helpers and Finishing Operators.
• Accurately report labor sheets, hour by hour tracking, and shift change turnover.
• Participates in biannual physical inventory count.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mechanical skillset
• Analytical thinking
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Dependable and dedicated
• Task orientation

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.
• Moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Starting salary range: $24.00 – 29.00/hour, actual compensation will be based on experience.

About Us: CCL Industries Inc. employs approximately 26,000 people operating 214 production facilities in 42 countries with corporate offices in Toronto, Canada, and Framingham, Massachusetts. CCL is the world’s largest converter of pressure sensitive and specialty extruded film materials for a wide range of decorative, instructional, functional and security applications for government institutions and large global customers in the consumer packaging, healthcare & chemicals, consumer electronic device and automotive markets. Extruded & laminated plastic tubes, aluminum aerosols & specialty bottles, folded instructional leaflets, precision decorated & die cut components, electronic displays, polymer bank note substrate and other complementary products and services are sold in parallel to specific end‑use markets. Avery is the world’s largest supplier of labels, specialty converted media and software solutions for short-run digital printing applications for businesses and consumers available alongside complementary products sold through distributors, mass market stores and e-commerce retailers. Checkpoint is a leading developer of RF and RFID based technology systems for loss prevention and inventory management applications, including labeling and tagging solutions, for the retail and apparel industries worldwide. Innovia is a leading global producer of specialty, high-performance, multi-layer, surface-engineered films for label, packaging and security applications. The Company is partly backward integrated into materials science with capabilities in polymer extrusion, adhesive development, coating & lamination, surface engineering and metallurgy, deployed as needed across the four business segments.

With global presence and the resources of over 26,000 strong, opportunities with CCL Label are endless!

CCLprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.