Flexo Press Operator — Onsite Training & Growth Potential

Resource Label Group; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Label Group in Des Plaines, IL, is seeking a Flexo Press Operator responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. On-site training is provided, offering a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry with potential for growth.

Pay ranges from $26.00 to $33.00 per hour, with responsibilities including loading dies, ink management, press adjustments, quality checks, and routine maintenance to ensure color accuracy and high-quality

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Experience with flexographic printing press preferred (1+ year).
• Ability to read rulers and measurement devices.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

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 and makes 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.

Skills

Flexographic printing

Measurement & math

Press operation

Basic maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Resource Label Group in Des Plaines, IL, is seeking a Flexo Press Operator responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce labels and related products. On-site training is provided, offering a valuable skilled trade in the printing industry with potential for growth.

Pay ranges from $26.00 to $33.00 per hour, with responsibilities including loading dies, ink management, press adjustments, quality checks, and routine maintenance to ensure color accuracy and high-quality