Mentor & Operate Multicolor Flexo Press

Web Industries Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Web Industries Inc. is seeking a Junior Flex Press Operator in Fort Wayne, IN. The role focuses on efficient daily operation of a multicolor printing press and involves heavy lifting, setup, and routine quality checks.

You will mentor trainees, perform safety inspections, and input production data into systems while maintaining a clean, safe press area. Strong mechanical aptitude and color vision are essential, with a HS diploma or GED preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or strongly preferred.
• At least 3 years as wide web Flexographic Press Operator/Helper.
• Must pass a color blindness test.
• Strong mechanical and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Physically fit for heavy lifting and long work periods.
• Comfort with computer systems and software.
• Strong math skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run production per specifications.
• Perform daily safety inspections of the press.
• Mentor and train Press Helper trainees.
• Conduct quality and quantity audits of printed products.
• Handle administrative tasks for print runs.
• Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot press equipment.
• Keep press area clean, orderly and operational.
• Consult supervisors on operational issues.
• Push and turn raw stock/materials over 1000 lbs as needed.
• Wrap and change rolls on the press.
• Lift ink buckets and conduct cleanup.
• Set up and change press gears as needed.
• Web stock materials on the press.
• Lift and change shafts as necessary.
• Climb ladders to access/wash press drum area.
• Assist other operators when required.
• Apply best practices to minimize waste.
• Follow PPE rules and safety procedures.

Skills

Color vision

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Independent work

Following instructions

Physical fitness

Computers

Math skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Web Industries Inc. is seeking a Junior Flex Press Operator in Fort Wayne, IN. The role focuses on efficient daily operation of a multicolor printing press and involves heavy lifting, setup, and routine quality checks.

You will mentor trainees, perform safety inspections, and input production data into systems while maintaining a clean, safe press area. Strong mechanical aptitude and color vision are essential, with a HS diploma or GED preferred.