Flexographic and Sheetfed Press Technician

Arrow International, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrow International, Inc. in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Flexographic and Sheetfed Press Technician to keep our pressroom running smoothly. You will operate presses, set up jobs, calibrate color, and rapidly switch stocks to meet daily deadlines.

You’ll work 1st or 2nd shift (7:00 AM–3:00 PM and 3:00 PM–11:00 PM), Monday through Friday with overtime opportunities. You’ll collaborate across shifts, report issues, reduce waste, and follow strict safety procedures while building press expertise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, printing, or press work preferred.
• Mechanical mindset with strong troubleshooting skills.
• High attention to detail and quality.
• Effective English communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate press equipment safely and efficiently to meet work instructions and timelines.
• Select print modes to balance color, quality, and speed requirements.
• Load the exact paper stock (type, size, color) each job demands.
• Identify and report equipment problems, defective materials, improper operations, and quality concerns.
• Follow up on repairs and communicate ongoing issues to press room management.
• Reduce waste, spoilage, and errors while hitting production standards.
• Coordinate job details with teammates across shifts for smooth handoffs.
• Maintain tools, materials, and work areas; keep the environment clean, safe, and organized.
• Adhere to company safety rules, policies, and departmental procedures.
• Share knowledge with crew members and build your press expertise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Large Format Graphics

Machine Setups

Sheet Fed Offset Printing

Binding Experience

Offset Lithography

Digital Printing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ready to run complex print jobs with precision?

Arrow International is hiring a Flexographic and Sheetfed Press Technician to keep our pressroom humming. We’re expanding our team on both 1st (7:00 AM–3:00 PM) and 2nd (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) shifts, Monday through Friday, with overtime available.

Why you?

• Do you enjoy translating detailed work orders, schedules, first articles, database files, and ticket tab visuals into flawless setups?
• Are you confident setting up a press—first transfer, color calibration, and all—and dialing in quality?
• Can you switch materials quickly (databases, blankets, impression paper, PIP, and various stocks) to keep production on pace?
• Will you catch shifts in color or registration before they become waste?
• Are you comfortable cleaning reservoirs, cylinders, and components—and troubleshooting when something’s off?
• Do you know when to make minor repairs yourself and when to call technical or phone support?

What you’ll handle day-to-day

• Operate press equipment safely and efficiently to meet work instructions and timelines.
• Select print modes to balance color, quality, and speed requirements.
• Load the exact paper stock (type, size, color) each job demands.
• Identify and report equipment problems, defective materials, improper operations, and quality concerns.
• Follow up on repairs and communicate ongoing issues to press room management.
• Reduce waste, spoilage, and errors while hitting production standards.
• Coordinate job details with teammates across shifts for smooth handoffs.
• Maintain tools, materials, and work areas; keep the environment clean, safe, and organized.
• Adhere to company safety rules, policies, and departmental procedures.
• Share knowledge with crew members and build your press expertise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, printing, or press work preferred.
• Mechanical mindset with strong troubleshooting skills.
• High attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; effective English communication.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and collaborative.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to learn press operations and expand technical skills.
• Open to overtime and flexible to 1st/2nd shift needs.

Physical & environmental expectations

• Manufacturing/production setting.
• Occasional lifting of about 20–40 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and movement during shifts.
• Close, distance, and peripheral vision; ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing protection may be required in some areas.

Accessibility

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Growth & training

Hands-on training is built in. You’ll find strong growth potential and opportunities for advancement within the department.

Bring these strengths

• Knowledge of Large Format Graphics
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Sheet Fed Offset Printing
• Binding Experience
• Offset Lithography
• Digital Printing

Core technology you’ll operate

• Flexographic Printing Press