Flexo Press Operator - 2nd Shift

RLG Healthcare; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 29,618 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in Buffalo, NY is looking for a 2nd Shift Flexo Press Operator to set up and operate printing presses. Candidates should have at least 2 years of flexographic printing experience and mechanical aptitude. The position offers training and growth potential in a collaborative environment. Pay ranges from $21.50 to $24.00/hour plus shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of flexographic printing press experience.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates the printing press to produce labels.
• Adjusts speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.
• Inspects printed rolls for imperfections and adjusts as necessary.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Teamwork and Cooperation

Problem Solving

Ability to multitask

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of three years related experience

At least 2 years of flexographic printing experience

Job description

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As Resource Label Group Healthcare continues to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team! We offer an employee‑centric, collaborative culture that is technology driven and focused on delivering valuable, creative solutions.

We are currently recruiting for a 2nd Shift Flexo Press Operator to join our team. The 2nd Shift Flexo Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. This position offers onsite training and the opportunity to learn a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry. Employees will have unlimited growth potential and the chance to continuously advance your career. Previous printing experience in a manufacturing setting is a huge plus. This position reports to the Pressroom Manager.

Pay Rate: $21.50-$24.00/hour plus $1.00 shift differential

Schedule: 2nd shift, Monday‑Thursday, 2:30PM‑1:00AM, with occasional overtime

Responsibilities

• Reads job order and loads dies into press, installs print cylinder on shaft and installs print cylinder in press.
• Fills ink pans, screens and pumps with prescribed inks.
• Starts press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder as necessary.
• Engages print cylinders; adjusts printing impression as necessary, places print cylinders lead‑to‑lead and runs down approval strip.
• Cuts sample of approval strip from printed roll, inspects for imperfections such as print to print out of register, print to die out of register, missing impression, ink starvation or color adjustments, making adjustments as necessary.
• Cleans plates, print cylinders and dies as needed, performs daily, weekly and monthly maintenance as required.
• Mixes inks to produce and maintain desired colors and viscosity.
• Keeps work areas clear and organized; maintains housekeeping standards.

Key Characteristics That We Are Looking For

• Mechanical Aptitude: Able to understand and apply mechanical concepts effectively, has solid and sound knowledge of equipment, tools, programs, and systems, follows safety protocols and procedures, and works confidently and safely in a manufacturing setting.
• Teamwork and Cooperation: Acts as a team player that balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information, develops alternative solutions, and uses reason when handling a variety of situations.
• Ability to multitask: Able to complete multiple tasks effectively at once in a safe and productive manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and a minimum of three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of flexographic printing press, screen printing, and/or label printing/packaging experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Must be able to read and interpret ruler, scales and other measurement devices.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Primarily works in a manufacturing setting, which contains equipment and machinery that can be noisy and hazardous.
• Is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Is occasionally exposed to chemicals, some of which could be hazardous.
• Noise level is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, talk, and hear.
• Occasionally required to walk, and use hands to handle or feel.
• Occasionally required to lift or move up to 40 pounds.