Label Converting Flexographic Press Operator

Inovar Packaging Group; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Safety-focused culture

Career growth

Job summary

Inovar Packaging Group in Fishers, IN is seeking a Label Converting Flexographic Press Operator to turn job tickets into flawless runs on a narrow-web press. You will review proofs, install plates and inks, thread the web, and actively control color, registration, and tension to meet production targets.

The role emphasizes reducing waste, maintaining quality, and working with cross-functional teams. A high school diploma or GED is required; flexo exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Flexographic press operation experience preferred; Mark Andy 2200 experience a plus.
• Knowledge of flexo plates, anilox rolls, inks, dies, substrates, web handling, registration, and color control.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a narrow-web flexographic press to meet job specs and production targets.
• Review job tickets, proofs, artwork, materials, and instructions prior to production.
• Install plates, dies, cylinders, anilox rolls, doctor blades, and inks; verify tooling readiness.
• Load substrates - paper, films, and pressure-sensible stocks - and thread the web accurately.
• Control registration, impression, web tension, color, ink viscosity, and drying/curing parameters.
• Perform precise color matching and make live press adjustments to maintain stable quality.
• Conduct in-process inspections for color, registration, copy, barcodes, defects, die-cut accuracy, and appearance.
• Troubleshoot common issues: dirty print, pinholing, plate bounce, registration variation, ink buildup, web breaks, inconsistent color.
• Verify finished product meets customer requirements and approved standards.
• Reduce waste, setup time, downtime, and material loss while achieving production goals.
• Accurately record production data, material usage, waste, QC checks, and downtime.
• Clean the press, perform preventive maintenance, and complete basic mechanical adjustments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow SOPs, quality systems, and company policies.
• Communicate proactively with Production, Quality, Prepress, Ink, Maintenance, and Finishing.
• Train and assist Press Helpers and support peers as needed; take on additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Press operation

Color control

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mark Andy 2200

Flexographic press

Job description

Label Converting Flexographic Press Operator Is this you?

• Do you enjoy turning detailed job tickets into flawless, repeatable runs on a narrow-web press?
• Can you spot color drift, plate bounce, or a registration shift before anyone else sees it?
• Are you excited by clean setups, minimal waste, and on-time delivery?

Join Inovar Packaging Group

We’re a premier flexographic and digital printer serving brands across North America. We invest in advanced equipment and great people, and we operate on trust, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and craftsmanship.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation
• Shift differential where applicable
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a strong company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth and advancement pathways
• A collaborative environment that prizes safety, quality, craftsmanship, and teamwork

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate a narrow-web flexographic press to meet job specs and production targets.
• Review job tickets, proofs, artwork, materials, and instructions prior to production.
• Install plates, dies, cylinders, anilox rolls, doctor blades, and inks; verify tooling readiness.
• Load substrates - paper, films, and pressure-sensible stocks - and thread the web accurately.
• Control registration, impression, web tension, color, ink viscosity, and drying/curing parameters.
• Perform precise color matching and make live press adjustments to maintain stable quality.
• Conduct in-process inspections for color, registration, copy, barcodes, defects, die-cut accuracy, and appearance.
• Troubleshoot common issues: dirty print, pinholing, plate bounce, registration variation, ink buildup, web breaks, inconsistent color.
• Verify finished product meets customer requirements and approved standards.
• Reduce waste, setup time, downtime, and material loss while achieving production goals.
• Accurately record production data, material usage, waste, QC checks, and downtime.
• Clean the press, perform preventive maintenance, and complete basic mechanical adjustments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow SOPs, quality systems, and company policies.
• Communicate proactively with Production, Quality, Prepress, Ink, Maintenance, and Finishing.
• Train and assist Press Helpers and support peers as needed; take on additional tasks as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED.
• Flexographic press operation experience preferred; Mark Andy 2200 or similar experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of flexo plates, anilox rolls, inks, dies, substrates, web handling, registration, and color control.
• Ability to interpret job tickets, proofs, specifications, measurements, and production documentation.
• Mechanical aptitude; strong troubleshooting and color-discrimination skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail; quality-first mindset; collaborative and self-directed work style.
• Availability for overtime or flexible hours as production requires.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods; frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and handling of materials/tooling.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Comfort working around moving equipment, inks, solvents, and noise with appropriate PPE.

Tools & Technologies

• Flexographic Printing Press
• Mark Andy
• Flexo