Pre-Press Technician (Day Shift)

Accredo Packaging, Inc.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Accredo Packaging, Inc. in Sugar Land, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Pre-Press Technician to manage plate and sleeve operations for high-speed flexographic presses in flexible packaging.

You will interpret job specs, operate automated sleeve storage robots and plate mounters, perform precise quality checks, and prepare press-ready tools to minimize downtime and deliver top-tier packaging products.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret production orders and specifications (≤140 chars).
• Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve mechanical issues efficiently (≤140 chars).
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of finished products (≤140 chars).
• Ability to maintain focus and productivity in a fast-paced environment (≤140 chars).

Responsibilities

• Complies with safety policies and procedures and regulations.
• Reads production schedule to confirm plate availability and status.
• Interprets job information (spec sheet, layout, color target).
• Locates and retrieves sleeves via sleeve storage robot.
• Cleans sleeves and inspects/ measures TIR.
• Quarantines out-of-spec sleeves and sticky back materials.
• Mounts plates on sleeves using plate mounter.
• Records downtime and maintains mounting log.
• Strips plates and cleans plates post-use.
• Inspects plate mileage and destroys worn plates.
• Maintains organized department area and performs related duties.

Skills

Read and interpret orders

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Fast-paced focus

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. We are seeking a detail-oriented Pre-Press Technician to manage plate and sleeve operations for our high-speed flexographic printing presses in flexible packaging. In this role, you will interpret job specifications, operate automated sleeve storage robots and plate mounters, and perform precise quality checks on plates, sleeves, and sticky back materials. By maintaining strict quality standards, tracking plate wear, and preparing press‑ready tools, you will play a vital role in minimizing press downtime and delivering top‑tier packaging products. This position is ideal for a safety‑focused candidate eager to contribute to a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment. The Pre‑Press Technician – Level I is responsible for safe, quality and efficient mounting operation at Accredo Packaging.

Shift: Days , 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM on 2/3/2 Rotation Hourly rate: $17.00 per hour + $2.00 per hour night shift differential.

Responsibilities

• Complies with established safety policies and procedures and other regulations as applicable.
• Reads and updates production schedule to confirm plate availability and status.
• Interpretes job information (i.e. spec sheet, graphic approval sheet, layout, color target).
• Locates and retrieves sleeves operating sleeve storage robot.
• Cleans sleeves.
• Visually inspects and measures the TIR of each sleeve.
• Quarantines out-of-spec sleeves.
• Measures sticky back thickness.
• Quarantines out-of-spec sticky back.
• Locates and retrieves plates from plate storage.
• Mounts plate on sleeves by operating plate mounter.
• Maintains quality check sheet and mounting log and records downtime when remounting.
• Stages mounted sleeves.
• Strips plates from sleeve by operating plate demounter and cleans plates manually or by operating the plate cleaner.
• Inspects plate and identifies plate mileage.
• Destroys plates in poor condition or with excessive mileage.
• Cleans and ensures the department is maintained in an orderly fashion.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in operating bag machines or similar equipment preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret production orders and specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of finished products.
• Ability to maintain focus and productivity in a fast‑paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and moving parts.

Other Requirements

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment background check and drug screen.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Completion of training courses as determined by management.
• Willingness to continue learning and developing within the role.

Accredo Packaging, Inc. located in Sugar Land, Tx manufactures and supplies sustainable high value added, flexible packaging, predominantly for the pre‑packaged foods and consumer products markets in North America. We are committed to recycling, water and energy conservation, and many sustainable initiatives throughout our manufacturing process. We achieve state of the art, environmentally responsible, flexible packaging conversions by combining the best people in the industry with the latest available technologies.