Flexographic Press Operator

Gilder Search Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Time-and-a-Half overtime

First shift schedule

No weekend work

Job summary

Gilder Search Group seeks an experienced Flexographic Press Operator for first shift on a growing packaging production team. The role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining printing presses to meet customer specs, with a focus on high-quality color printing and process control.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of press experience, expertise with solvent-based inks, and strong mechanical aptitude in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating printing presses.
• Experience with solvent-based inks for surface and lamination printing.
• Strong background in high-quality process color printing.
• Ability to set up presses based on job history and production specifications.
• Experience using color management tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate printing presses for a variety of production runs.
• Install printing plates, load film, prepare inks, and configure equipment for each job.
• Verify colors, film, inks, and job specifications before production begins.
• Monitor press performance throughout production and make adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot machine issues, film tears, and printing defects to minimize downtime and waste.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain equipment in optimal operating condition.
• Ensure all finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Communicate production status and scheduling updates with supervisors.

Skills

Press operation

Color management

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Position

Flexographic Press Operator

1st Shift | Hourly + Overtime | No Weekends

Our client is a well-established and growing flexible packaging manufacturer known for its exceptional culture, commitment to quality, and investment in its employees. This is the kind of company where people build careers—not just jobs. With a family-oriented environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding employee retention, it's common for team members to stay until retirement.

They offer excellent benefits including employer-sponsored healthcare, a 401(k) retirement plan, competitive hourly pay with time-and-a-half overtime, and a consistent first-shift schedule with no weekend work.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to join our production team. This individual will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining high-quality printing presses while ensuring production meets customer specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and experienced in flexible packaging printing.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate printing presses for a variety of production runs.
• Install printing plates, load film, prepare inks, and configure equipment for each job.
• Verify colors, film, inks, and job specifications before production begins.
• Monitor press performance throughout production and make adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot machine issues, film tears, and printing defects to minimize downtime and waste.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain equipment in optimal operating condition.
• Ensure all finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Supervise and assist press helpers during production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate production status and scheduling updates with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating printing presses.
• Experience with solvent-based inks for surface and lamination printing.
• Strong background in high-quality process color printing.
• Ability to set up presses based on job history and production specifications.
• Experience using color management tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to stand throughout the shift and perform bending, twisting, kneeling, and lifting as needed.

What Our Client Offers

• First Shift Schedule
• No Weekend Work
• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Time-and-a-Half Overtime
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Stable, Family-Oriented Culture
• Long-Term Career Opportunity with Excellent Employee Retention
• Clean, Team-Focused Manufacturing Environment

If you're an experienced press operator looking for a company that values its employees and offers long-term stability, we'd love to speak with you.