Flexographic Board Press Operator (Foil & Lamination) – 1st/2nd Shift

JCSI; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

JCSI in the St. Charles, MO area is seeking a Board Press Operator to set up and run flexographic UV printing presses on heavier board stock. Foil application and die-cutting, plus lamination with adhesives, are strong pluses for this role.

The position carries a 4x10-hour schedule (Mon–Thu) with first or second shift and requires attention to print quality, process control, and safe operation on the production floor. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of flexographic press experience preferred.
• Laminating experience with adhesives/glue systems is a strong plus.
• Foil application and die-cutting experience a plus.
• Color matching / ink knowledge a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with hands-on machine setup.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Comfortable with basic math, using a calculator, and reading a ruler.
• Able to distinguish colors and shades accurately for quality control.
• Basic computer navigation skills.
• Willing and able to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervision.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Read job orders and set up machinery to meet specific customer requirements.
• Constantly monitor print quality at prescribed intervals and document checks.
• Apply foil and die-cut board stock to customer specifications.
• Laminate substrates, managing adhesives/glue application through the process.
• Run machinery at acceptable speed and scrap levels.
• Complete all "make-ready" process control steps and obtain QC/supervisor approval for startup.
• Perform changeovers and basic machine adjustments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process-control issues, including repairs.
• Direct a press assistant on day-to-day workflow.
• Follow startup and end-of-day clean-up procedures; keep machine and work area clean.
• Cross-train on other department machinery as needed.
• Follow all safety rules and work in a safe manner at all times.

Skills

Flexographic printing

Lamination experience

Foil application

Die-cutting

Color matching

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Ruler reading

Computer basics

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JCSI in the St. Charles, MO area is seeking a Board Press Operator to set up and run flexographic UV printing presses on heavier board stock. Foil application and die-cutting, plus lamination with adhesives, are strong pluses for this role.

The position carries a 4x10-hour schedule (Mon–Thu) with first or second shift and requires attention to print quality, process control, and safe operation on the production floor. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.