Flexographic Press Manager

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation seeks an experienced Press Manager to oversee wide-web flexographic printing operations. You will lead the press team, manage production schedules, ensure quality, and optimize setup and execution to meet client standards.

The role emphasizes Lean/5S workflow improvements, maintenance coordination, and compliance with safety protocols. Strong leadership and bilingual English-Spanish are a plus, with 18+ authorized to work in the US and willingness to work overtime as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Printing Technology or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in flexographic printing
• Experience leading a press team and coordinating maintenance workflows
• Strong knowledge of color management and quality control standards

Responsibilities

• Manage daily setup, operation, and troubleshooting of wide-web flexographic presses
• Maintain color accuracy and registration on flexible film substrates
• Lead, coach, and develop operators across all shifts
• Coordinate with maintenance for preventive maintenance and equipment upkeep

Skills

Press management

Team leadership

Quality control

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Printing Technology or related field

Tools

Spectrophotometer

Color management software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Press Manager to oversee our wide-web flexographic printing operations. In this role, you will lead our flexo press team, manage daily production schedules, enforce strict quality standards, and optimize print setup and execution. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining equipment, minimizing scrap, and ensuring our packaging films and materials meet the exacting aesthetic and performance demands of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Print Quality

• Operations: Manage daily setup, operation, and troubleshooting of wide-web flexographic presses.

• Quality: Maintain precise color matching (spectrophotometry, Pantone), registration, and tension control on flexible film substrates.

• Scheduling: Partner with production planning to optimize print runs, changeovers, and press utilization.

• Efficiency: Minimize scrap, waste, and ink consumption to lower production costs.

2. Team Leadership & Development

• Supervision: Lead, coach, and support operators and technicians across all shifts.

• Training: Implement SOPs and cross-training to build technical bench strength.

• Culture: Promote a positive, accountable environment centered on growth, integrity, and teamwork.

3. Technical & Maintenance Oversight

• Maintenance: Partner with maintenance to manage PM schedules for presses, dryers, ink systems, and auxiliary equipment.

• Process Optimization: Apply Lean and 5S principles to streamline workflows and ensure an organized, efficient floor.

• Vendor Relations: Coordinate with plate, ink, and substrate suppliers to ensure all materials strictly meet press specifications.

4. Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Safety: Enforce OSHA, LOTO, machine guarding, and hazardous material protocols.

• Quality Audits: Perform rigorous in-run checks (barcodes, seal integrity, surface tension, solvent retention) to minimize defects and returns.

Preferred Qualifications: English-Spanish Bilingual proficiency is an advantage

Schedule

• Core hours: 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

• Additional hours, including some Saturdays, may be required

• Salary position; OT exempt

Work Environment

Active factory setting with noise, moving mechanical parts, and potential exposure to fumes/airborne particles and chemicals. PPE is provided (including masks and gloves). The role involves frequent standing and walking, frequent use of hands/controls, climbing/bending as needed, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Safety footwear is required.

Requirements:Employees must be 18+ and authorized to work in the US.