Flexo Press Operators

IQ Resource Group, Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Resource Group–Green Bay is seeking motivated individuals for the Flexographic Press Operator role, with training provided if needed. You will set up and operate a flexographic press, focusing on meeting product specifications, safety, and minimizing waste while working with a team to ensure materials are stocked for efficient production.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical aptitude, strong time management and communication skills, and a customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Two or more years in printing preferred; flexographic experience a plus, will consider wide web or offset experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up a flexographic press (10 color 13” waterbase and/or 8 color 17” full UV).
• Ensure product quality, safety, and minimize material waste.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, KAIZEN, and ISO quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with team to stock materials and optimize press operations.
• Lead or contribute to innovative efforts to develop new products for customers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Do you have printing experience? Awesome. Don’t have it? We’ll train you! IQ Resource Group–Green Bay is looking for motivated, detail-driven people who take pride in their work, love learning, and want to be part of something bigger. Join our Flexo Press Operations team as a Flexographic Press Operator and help bring our customers’ labels and packaging to life. From store shelves to your favorite brands, you’ll see the impact of your work every day. Ready to grow your career and make a difference? Let’s go.

Shift:

• 2nd Shift 2pm - 10pm, Monday-Friday
• 3rd Shift 10pm – 6am, Sunday-Thursday

Pay:

$27-34/hr depending on experience

Key Responsibilities for Flexographic Press Operator include:

• Efficient setup and operation of a flexographic press (10 color 13” waterbase and/or 8 color 17” full UV), focusing on meeting specifications in product quality, safety, and effective management of material and product waste
• Nilpeter Narrow-web UV ink roll-fed Flex
• Mark Andy 10 color water-based ink flexo
• Working with a team, collectively ensuring the press is stocked with all necessary materials that enable focus on the art of producing the labels
• Providing leadership in areas of Lean Manufacturing, KAIZEN, ISO quality systems, innovation, and current systems technology
• Supporting and contributing to an innovative culture, striving to create and develop new products for our customers

The ideal candidate must demonstrate:

• Ability to think through mechanical aspects of equipment operations and decision-making
• Effective time management on multiple long- and short-term projects, meeting all related deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills to effectively work with a diverse group/variety of people and personalities
• High levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquires and needs of individuals, both internal and external to the organization
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to all levels of people inside and outside the organization

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Required: High School degree or equivalent
• Required: Mechanical aptitude
• Preferred: Two or more years in printing; flexographic experience a plus, will consider wide web or offset experience
• Preferred: Experience with Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems