Flexographic Press Operator - Night Shift, Training & Growth

Social Influence LLC; Ellington (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Social Influence LLC is seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to set up, operate, and maintain flexographic presses for high‑quality labels and packaging. You will handle press setups, color control, and production documentation while collaborating with the team to meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in printing operations, proficient troubleshooting skills, and the ability to read job tickets and specs.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of press operation or related production experience required.
• Experience with flexographic printing processes and press setup.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor flexographic printing presses
• Review job tickets, customer specifications, and production requirements
• Prepare and install printing plates, dies, inks, coatings, and substrates
• Work with Press Helpers to complete accurate and efficient press setups
• Monitor color consistency, print registration, die cutting accuracy, and overall print quality
• Inspect printed rolls and maintain quality
• Adjust press settings to improve efficiency and minimize waste
• Troubleshoot mechanical and printing issues
• Document production times, materials used, and equipment concerns
• Clean press components and prepare for next jobs
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and routine adjustments
• Communicate production or quality concerns with supervisors
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Participate in ongoing training and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Press operation

Mechanical aptitude

Job tickets reading

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Independent worker

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Durst K Jet press

Mark Andy P5 press

Printing plates

Inks

Coatings

Job description

Social Influence LLC is seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to set up, operate, and maintain flexographic presses for high‑quality labels and packaging. You will handle press setups, color control, and production documentation while collaborating with the team to meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in printing operations, proficient troubleshooting skills, and the ability to read job tickets and specs.