Experienced Flexographic Press Operator

Emerald Packaging, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Packaging, Inc. in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an Experienced Flexographic Press Operator to join our new Santa Ana operation.

The role focuses on setup, operation, and monitoring of flexographic printing equipment to produce high-quality flexible packaging products. The ideal candidate will have hands-on press experience, capable of independent setups, changeovers, adjustments, troubleshooting, and quality checks while maintaining efficiency and minimizing waste.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience operating flexographic printing presses is required.
• Experience in flexible packaging, film, printing, converting or similar manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the required schedule.
• Ability to eventually work a 5 Day 12-hour schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate designated flexographic printing press equipment safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Perform press setups, adjustments, and changeovers according to customer specifications and production requirements.
• Read and use rulers, tape measures, and other measuring tools for press setup and quality control.
• Read and follow customer job orders and production specifications.
• Adjust anilox rolls, doctor blades, ink systems, and impression settings for each job.
• Monitor ink viscosity, flow, color, registration, impression, tension, and speed to maintain print quality.
• Monitor print registration and color consistency throughout the run and adjust as needed.
• Inspect printed film and finished product for defects and color variation.
• Identify and troubleshoot press-related issues and take corrective actions.
• Complete production, quality, and downtime documentation.

Skills

Press operation

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

$30/hour | Santa Ana, CA | 2nd Shift

Join the Emerald Family!

Emerald Packaging is a family-owned business that has been serving the fresh produce industry throughout the U.S. for nearly 60 years. We are one of the leading flexible packaging producers on the West Coast, with more than 250 employees operating 24/7.

Emerald Packaging is expanding—and we are looking for an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to join our new Santa Ana operation.

If you have hands-on experience setting up and operating flexographic printing presses in a flexible packaging or film environment , we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Experienced Flexographic Press Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, and monitoring of flexographic printing equipment used to produce high-quality flexible packaging products.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on flexographic press experience and is capable of independently performing press setups, changeovers, adjustments, troubleshooting, and quality checks while maintaining production efficiency and minimizing downtime and material waste.

Essential Functions

• Set up and operate designated flexographic printing press equipment safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Perform press setups, adjustments, and changeovers according to customer job specifications and production requirements.
• Read and accurately use rulers, tape measures, and other measuring tools; strong measurement skills are critical for press setup and quality control.
• Read, understand, and follow customer job orders, production specifications, and work instructions.
• Set up and properly adjust anilox rolls, doctor blades, ink systems, impression settings, and other press components as required for each job.
• Monitor and adjust ink viscosity, ink flow, color, registration, impression, tension, speed, and other process conditions to maintain consistent print quality.
• Monitor print registration and color consistency throughout the production run and make necessary adjustments to maintain customer specifications.
• Inspect printed film and finished product for defects, color variation, registration issues, ink coverage, and other quality concerns.
• Identify and troubleshoot press, ink, registration, and print-quality issues and make appropriate adjustments to correct problems.
• Recognize issues involving anilox rolls, doctor blades, ink viscosity, impression, or other press components and take corrective action as appropriate.
• Accurately complete required production, quality, and downtime documentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Previous hands-on experience operating flexographic printing presses is required.
• Experience in flexible packaging, film, printing, converting, or a similar manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the required schedule.
• Ability to eventually work a 5 Day 12-hour schedule.

Work Schedule

Current Schedule: Four Day, Monday – Thursday, 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Future Schedule: The position will eventually transition to a Five Day, 12-hour schedule (Monday – Friday: 6:00pm – 6:00am).

Compensation

• $30.00 per hour

TEMP-TO-HIRE POSITION Opportunity for direct hire based on performance and previous experience.