Flexographic Press Operator

Giro Pack, Inc (USA); Vidalia (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bi-Weekly production bonus

Job summary

Giro Pack, Inc (USA) is seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to support production operations at our Vidalia, GA location. The Press Operator will safely operate Comexi Central Cylinder (CI) presses to meet daily quality and production goals under the Printing Manager's direction.

Requirements include a minimum of 3 years of flexographic press experience, direct CI press operation experience (prefer Comexi), shift availability for 2nd or 3rd shifts with overtime, color matching

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a flexographic press operator.
• Direct experience operating Central Cylinder (CI) presses, preferably Comexi brand.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm) or 3rd shift (10:00 pm - 6:00 am) with overtime.
• Excellent visual color matching, ability to read blueprints/work orders, and proficiency using measuring tools.
• Lift up to 50lbs and stand for the duration of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate Comexi central cylinder (CI) flexophographic presses.
• Mount plates, prepare inks (viscosity and color matches), and adjust web tension.
• Continuously monitor print quality and correct defects during production runs.
• Perform fast and efficient job changeovers safely.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and troubleshoot common issues.
• Strictly comply with quality protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Follow inspection procedures and wear PPE when necessary.
• Report safety/equipment concerns to supervisor; perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Color matching

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Quality consciousness

Safety awareness

Tools

Comexi CI presses

Job description

Job Description

Giro Pack, Inc. is seeking an experienced Flexopgraphic Press Operator to support production operations at our Vidalia, GA. location. The Press Operator plays an integral part in the manufacturing of products within the fruit/vegetable packaging industry while safely operating Comexi Central Cylinder (CI) presses in order to meet the daily quality/production printing goals as set by the Printing Manager.

Minimum Requirements: No candidate will be considered if minimum requirements are not met.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a flexographic press operator (technical test required)
• Specialization: Direct experience operating Central Cylinder (CI) presses, preferably Comexi brand
• Availability: Ability to work 2nd shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm) or 3rd shift (10:00 pm - 6:00 am) and work regular overtime hours
• Skill: Excellent visual color matching, ability to read blueprints/work orders, and proficiency using measuring tools (micrometers, densitometers)
• Physical: Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for the duration of the shift

Flexographic Press Operator job duties include:

• Set up, adjust, and operate Comexi central cylinder (CI) flexophraphic presses
• Mount plates if needed, prepare inks (viscosity and color matches). and adjust web tension
• Continuously monitor print quality during production runs to detect and correct defects
• Perform fast and efficient job changeovers safely
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on machinery and troubleshoot common technical issues
• Strictly comply with quality protocols
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Follow inspection procedures
• Use proper PPE when necessary
• Report all safety/equipment concerns to manager immediately
• Conduct other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23.00 - $27.00 (based on experience)

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bi-Weekly production bonus

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vidalia, GA 30474: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Evening Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person