Flexographic Press Operator

Labelmaster; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Education Assistance

401(k) with Matching

Fitness Bank

Pre-tax Transit Program

PTO Bank

Paid Holidays

Paid Diversity Days

Volunteer Time Off

Referral Bonus Program

Competitive wage ($26-30hourly)

100% In-Office Non-Remote

Job summary

Labelmaster, a leader in shipping hazmat solutions, seeks a 1st shift Flexographic Press Operator in Chicago. You will set up, operate, and maintain a flexographic press, adjust ink, plate position, and machine settings to meet job specs.

You’ll load materials, mount plates, mix inks, and perform preventive maintenance while ensuring color accuracy and print quality. Requires 3-5 years press experience; in-house teamwork; this is an in-office role with comprehensive benefits and no visa

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent desired.
• Flexographic Printing, Mark Andy and/or Nilpeter preferred.
• 3-5 Years Manufacturing Press Operator Experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust press for job runs to meet specifications.
• Mount plates and color match ink.
• Monitor print quality and registration.
• Load materials and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Notify maintenance of mechanical problems.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Read technical manuals

English communication

Team player

Overtime availability

Stand/walk long periods

Lift up to 35 lbs

Counting accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mark Andy P7

Nilpeter press

Fanfolding equipment

Job description

Labelmaster is an established and growing company that takes the complexity out of shipping Dangerous Goods (Hazmat), making the world a safer place.

At Labelmaster, we are way more than labels. We sell and manufacture products, develop software and provide services for every industry – such as manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, transportation, food and beverages and other businesses.

We are looking for an intuitive Flexographic Press Operator who:

• Does not want to work in Corporate America
• Wants to make a difference every day at work
• Wants to have true work/life balance
• Loves to learn new things
• Has ideas on how to make things better

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• 401(k) with Matching
• Fitness Bank
• Pre-tax Transit Program
• PTO Bank
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Diversity Days
• Volunteer Time Off
• Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive wage ($26-30hourly)
• 100% In-Office Non-Remote

Position Purpose

The Flexographic Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a flexographic printing press, ensuring high-quality printed products by adjusting ink flow, plate positioning, and machine settings while closely monitoring print quality, color accuracy, and registration according to job specifications; tasks include loading materials, changing printing plates, mixing inks, and performing routine preventative maintenance checks to maintain production efficiency and meet customer requirements. Mark Andy P7, 2200 or other and/or Nilpeter press experience a plus. Knowledge and experience with fanfolding equipment is a plus.

This is a Full-Time, Hourly position. We’re hiring for 1st Shift (6:00 am - 2:00 pm), Monday through Friday.

Essential Functions & Principal Accountabilities

• Manufacturing facility with printing equipment
• Reviews and completes specs from job tickets and layouts both accurately and precisely
• Sets up and adjusts press for job runs to meet specifications
• Mount plates
• Color match ink
• Monitors product quality during job runs
• Monitors equipment during job runs, remains alert to mechanical problems, and corrects or refers to maintenance as necessary
• Following approval procedures and documents outcomes from production in system
• Print jobs
• Maintain a clean & neat work environment
• Press clean up
• Good attendance
• Notify manager of mechanical problems immediately
• Track job time in computer as required
• Meet production standards for output and waste

Skills and Attributes We’d Like You to Have

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret technical manuals
• Attention to detail and color perception
• Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to make precise adjustments
• Basic computer skills for accessing job specifications and production reports
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work overtime and Saturday’s when needed
• Team Player-willingness to assist others
• Ability to accurately count
• Ability to communicate English
• Ability to read/write English
• Ability to lift and carry up to thirty-five pounds in a physical environment.
• Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
• Ability to make repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting

Experience We’d Like You to Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent desired
• Flexographic Printing, Mark Andy and or Nilpeter preferred
• 3-5 Years Manufacturing Press Operator Experience

EEO Employer – Veterans and IWD are strongly encouraged to apply

Labelmaster is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is our intent to comply with our duty to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants as required by law. All requests for accommodations should be made in writing to Jay Hollins by emailing [e-mail].

Pay Transparency Policy Statement - The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.