Flexo Press Operator

Resource Label Group; Nixa (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ample Labels in Missouri is seeking a skilled Flexographic Press Operator to set up and run high-quality label printing, owning the process from start to finish.

You will troubleshoot presses, manage changeovers and color registration, record production data, and mentor press assistants in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

This role offers growth potential and a chance to advance your career with a top-tier label producer.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of flexographic press operating experience (labels preferred).
• Ability to run complex jobs independently from setup to completion.
• Strong troubleshooting and decisive under pressure.
• Knowledge of flexographic printing processes, materials, and quality standards.
• Expertise in color matching and press adjustments.
• Reliable attendance and a top-performer mindset.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot flexographic presses for high-quality label production.
• Perform make-readies, changeovers, and adjustments efficiently, maintaining registration, color, and overall quality.
• Identify and resolve press, material, or quality issues with confident decision-making.
• Take full ownership of press performance, quality, waste, and safety.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Record production data accurately and communicate issues clearly to management.
• Mentor and collaborate with press assistants and team members to drive overall production success.

Skills

Flexographic printing

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Color matching

Independence

Tools

Label Traxx

Job description

The Flexo Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. Employees will have unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career. Are you a highly skilled, experienced flexographic press operator looking to take full ownership of your work? Ample Labels is seeking top-tier operators to run and troubleshoot flexographic presses with precision, speed, and accountability in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

What You’ll Do

• Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot flexographic presses for high-quality label production
• Perform make-readies, changeovers, and adjustments efficiently, maintaining registration, color, and overall quality
• Quickly identify and resolve press, material, or quality issues with confident decision-making
• Take full ownership of press performance, quality, waste, and safety
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized workspace
• Record production data accurately and communicate issues clearly to management
• Mentor and collaborate with press assistants and team members to drive overall production success

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of flexographic press operating experience (labels preferred)
• Proven ability to run complex jobs independently from setup to completion
• Strong troubleshooting skills and accountable decision-making under pressure
• Knowledge of flexographic printing processes, materials, and quality standards
• Expertise in color matching, press adjustments, and problem-solving
• Reliable attendance, strong work ethic, and a “top-performer” mindset

Preferred

• Narrow web label press experience
• Familiarity with Label Traxx or similar production tracking systems

Why Join Ample Labels?

Work with a team that values expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement, while getting the support, tools, and recognition you deserve.