Night Flexographic Press Operator (12-Hour Shift) – $1 Differential

AWT Labels & Packaging; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA

401k with match

Holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

AWT Labels & Packaging in South Elgin, IL is seeking a Night Shift Press Operator to set up, operate and maintain flexographic presses. The role requires reading job tickets, ensuring color accuracy and registration, and following ISO procedures to meet customer specifications.

The position emphasizes safe operation, teamwork, and willingness to assist across the shop to support production goals. A high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of flexo press experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must read, understand and speak English.
• Ability to read and understand task tickets.
• Good working knowledge of ink and printing materials.
• Ability to match colors effectively.
• Ability to operate printing machinery.
• Ability to recognize different tooling.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication with team members.
• Capable of working in a team environment.
• Always maintain quality workmanship with attention to details.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Safety conscious in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate and clean-up flexographic printing and converting presses.
• Follow ISO SOPs and daily press schedule.
• Ensure all required paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Maintain color and registration within specifications.
• Ensure materials and components are ready for production from setup to cleanup.
• Minimize waste and monitor inks and viscosities.
• Perform preventative maintenance as needed.
• Report inconsistencies and participate in quality/process improvements.
• Assist in other shop areas as needed.
• Provide detailed changeovers for next shift.

Skills

English language

Job ticket reading

Ink knowledge

Color matching

Machinery operation

Tooling recognition

Organization

Time management

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AWT Labels & Packaging in South Elgin, IL is seeking a Night Shift Press Operator to set up, operate and maintain flexographic presses. The role requires reading job tickets, ensuring color accuracy and registration, and following ISO procedures to meet customer specifications.

The position emphasizes safe operation, teamwork, and willingness to assist across the shop to support production goals. A high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of flexo press experience are required.