Flexographic Press Operator

Talent Fox Recruitment; Ridgefield Park (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Fox Recruitment is seeking a Printing Press Operator (Wide Web Flexographic) for a permanent full-time role in the Flexible Packaging / Poly Film industry. You will set up and operate newspapers using flexographic presses, ensuring smooth runs and consistent color.

Responsibilities include maintaining inks, plates and rolls, monitoring print quality, pulling proofs, and recording production data. Safety and routine maintenance are essential to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Flexographic printing processes
• Press operations, quality control basics
• Mechanical troubleshooting and basic repairs

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate flexographic printing presses designed for poly film substrates.
• Prepare, adjust, and maintain inks, plates, anilox rolls, and substrates in accordance with job tickets and specifications.
• Monitor color consistency, registration, and overall print quality
• Pull proofs and inspect samples throughout the run.
• Accurately record production data, material usage, and machine settings.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper handling of inks/solvents.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs; troubleshoot press-related issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

Flexographic printing

Press operation

Quality inspection

Mechanical troubleshooting

Job description

Printing Press Operator (Wide Web Flexographic)

Industry: Flexible Packaging / Poly Film

Permanent full time

$20-$40 per hour

• Set up and operate flexographic printing presses designed for poly film substrates.
• Prepare, adjust, and maintain inks, plates, anilox rolls, and substrates in accordance with job tickets and specifications.
• Monitor color consistency, registration, and overall print quality
• Pull proofs and inspect samples throughout the run.
• Accurately record production data, material usage, and machine settings.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper handling of inks/solvents.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs; troubleshoot press-related issues to minimize downtime.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAOs)

• Knowledge: Flexographic printing processes, ink systems, color theory, and press mechanics.
• Skills: Operation and control of printing presses; quality inspection and control; basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Abilities: Strong attention to detail; manual dexterity; problem-solving ability; capability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 - 6 years of experience operating flexographic presses in flexible packaging or poly film environment.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets, specifications, and production schedules.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and proper handling of inks/solvents.
• Computer Savvy
• Troubleshooting printing issues
• Must be fluent in Spanish; English proficiency preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with poly film substrates.
• Knowledge of color matching systems and ink viscosity adjustments.