Precision Flexographic Press Operator

Premium Label & Packaging Solutions; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Label & Packaging Solutions is seeking a Lombardi Press Operator to set up and run flexographic presses, ensuring color accuracy and minimal waste. You will review job tickets, install plates, ink, and tooling, and maintain tight registration across production runs.

The role involves adjusting press parameters, performing make-ready, and inspecting finished goods for defects. You will also operate inline equipment like die-cutting and foil and document production and quality data daily.

Qualifications

• Experience with Lombardi flexographic presses preferred.
• Understanding of color control and registration.
• Ability to use measuring and quality-control equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Lombardi flexographic printing presses.
• Review job tickets, artwork, and specifications before starting.
• Install printing plates, anilox rolls, doctor blades, inks, substrates, and tooling.
• Set web tension, registration, impression, ink density, and other press parameters.
• Perform press make-ready and minimize setup time and waste.
• Maintain color and registration throughout runs.
• Inspect finished product for defects.
• Make press adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
• Perform roll changes and material handling.
• Operate inline equipment (die-cutting, foil, lamination, coating, UV curing) when applicable.
• Complete production, quality, material usage, and waste docs.
• Troubleshoot issues and communicate maintenance needs.
• Clean press components and maintain a tidy work area.
• Follow safety, quality standards, and production schedules.

Skills

Flexographic printing

Color control

Registration accuracy

Web handling

Die-cutting

Troubleshooting

Tools

Lombardi presses

Job description

Premium Label & Packaging Solutions is seeking a Lombardi Press Operator to set up and run flexographic presses, ensuring color accuracy and minimal waste. You will review job tickets, install plates, ink, and tooling, and maintain tight registration across production runs.

The role involves adjusting press parameters, performing make-ready, and inspecting finished goods for defects. You will also operate inline equipment like die-cutting and foil and document production and quality data daily.