Flexographic Press Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bi-Weekly production bonus

Job summary

Giro Pack, Inc. in Vidalia, GA is seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to support production. You will safely operate Comexi Central Cylinder (CI) presses to meet daily quality and production goals.

Minimum requirements include 3 years of flexographic press experience and direct CI press experience, with the ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime. Must lift up to 50 lbs and read blueprints, ensuring precise ink viscosity and color matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a flexographic press operator.
• Direct experience operating Comexi CI presses, preferably the CI line.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm) or 3rd shift (10:00 pm - 6:00 am) with regular overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must read blueprints/work orders and use measuring tools effectively.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate Comexi central cylinder (CI) flexographic presses.
• Mount plates, prepare inks, and adjust web tension.
• Continuously monitor print quality and correct defects during runs.
• Perform fast and safe job changeovers and basic preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with quality protocols.

Skills

Color matching

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

QC awareness

Team communication

Tools

Comexi CI presses

Calipers

Micrometers

Densitometer

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)

• 401(k) matching
• 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)