Labels Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Appvion; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and advancement opportunities

Modern manufacturing environment

Strong safety culture

Team-oriented workplace

Job summary

Iconex is seeking an experienced Label Machine Operator to safely operate high-speed label manufacturing equipment in Liverpool, NY. This is not an entry-level position; candidates should have 2+ years of industrial manufacturing experience, preferably in printing, labels, packaging or related fields.

Responsibilities include setup, operation, adjustments, quality inspections, and coordination with maintenance and production teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial manufacturing machine operation experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and adjusting production equipment.
• Ability to read work instructions and production specifications.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, rulers, or gauges.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to stand for an entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and attention to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot label manufacturing equipment.
• Perform machine changeovers and adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
• Inspect products using calipers, rulers, gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor inks, adhesives, coatings, and raw materials.
• Identify and correct quality issues during production.
• Record production, downtime, and quality information using computer systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 6S standards.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams.
• Follow all safety procedures and identify potential hazards.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality inspection

Reading work instructions

Basic computer skills

Heavy lifting

Attendance reliability

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Gauges

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $26 USD to $28 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Production & Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: LABEL001298

Description

Label Machine Operator

Iconex | Liverpool, NY
2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2 pm to 10 pm
Pay: $23.00–$25.00/hour + $2.50 night differential

Position Overview

Iconex is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to safely operate and maintain high-speed label manufacturing equipment. This is not an entry-level position. Candidates should have at least 2 years of industrial manufacturing equipment experience, preferably in printing, labels, packaging, converting, paper, plastics, or similar environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot label manufacturing equipment.
• Perform machine changeovers and adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
• Inspect products using calipers, rulers, gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor inks, adhesives, coatings, and raw materials.
• Identify and correct quality issues during production.
• Record production, downtime, and quality information using computer systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 6S standards.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams.
• Follow all safety procedures and identify potential hazards.

Requirements

• 2+ years of industrial manufacturing machine operation experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and adjusting production equipment.
• Ability to read work instructions and production specifications.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, rulers, or gauges.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to stand for an entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and attention to quality.

Preferred: Experience with printing, labels, flexible packaging, paper, plastics, converting, laminating, slitting, extrusion, press operation, roll-to-roll, or other high-speed automated equipment.

Why Iconex?

• Full-time, stable manufacturing career
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Strong safety culture and team-oriented workplace

About Iconex

Iconex is a leading provider of label solutions serving industries including quick-service restaurants, hospitality, grocery, retail, pharmacy, e-commerce, logistics, and manufacturing. The company focuses on innovative labeling technologies that improve efficiency, accuracy, productivity, and sustainability.

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