Precision Flexo Press Operator - Print Quality & Safety

OhioMeansJobs Highland County; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wingate Packaging is seeking a Flexographic Press Operator to lead safety, quality and productivity in our Washington Court House facility. You will operate the flexographic press, monitor ink flow and speed, and ensure products meet specifications.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years on a flexographic press; Comco Commander experience is a plus. The role requires teamwork, adherence to procedures, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or GED.
• Experience: At least 2 years on a Flexographic press; Comco Commander experience preferred.
• Ability to read standard and metric tape measures.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at work on time and during scheduled hours, with overtime as needed.
• Follow all written procedures; report discrepancies to the Operations Manager.
• Maintain personal hygiene and wear designated uniform.
• Wear required PPE per work instructions.
• Operate equipment to ensure safety, quality and productivity for you and your team.
• Adjust printing plates, pressure rolls, and machines to improve print quality.
• Set and adjust speed, ink flow, and tolerances of equipment.
• Inspect printed products for clarity, color accuracy, and defects using test methods.
• Start and control press by operating controls and levers.
• Perform tasks per production schedule.
• Use quality instruments to measure quality with industry equipment.
• Read tape measures in metric and standard units.
• Conduct visual inspections to meet customer specs.
• Count items to maintain inventory records.
• Perform minor maintenance such as oiling parts.
• Attend safety, quality and productivity trainings/meetings.
• Train assistants to achieve company objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate with plant personnel to solve problems as a team.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks as required.
• Record safety, quality, production and maintenance data.
• Maintain housekeeping across the facility.
• Assist in packing product as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexographic press operation

Electrical & mechanical

Reading tape measures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Comco Commander

Job description

Wingate Packaging is seeking a Flexographic Press Operator to lead safety, quality and productivity in our Washington Court House facility. You will operate the flexographic press, monitor ink flow and speed, and ensure products meet specifications.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years on a flexographic press; Comco Commander experience is a plus. The role requires teamwork, adherence to procedures, and a focus on continuous improvement.