Press Operator

Masis Professional Group; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in New York seeks a Press Operator for a temporary role in manufacturing. This position requires 5+ years of flexographic printing experience and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include operating press equipment, monitoring quality, and maintaining a safe workspace. Candidates must possess good English skills and be detail-oriented. Competitive hourly pay range of $20.00-$23.00/hr is offered, and employment is contingent upon passing screenings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of flexographic printing press experience is a must.
• Good command of the English language; ability to effectively read and write.
• Must pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate press and maintain accurate production records.
• Monitor output for defects and quality issues.
• Maintain ink levels and adjust for proper registration.

Skills

Flexographic printing press experience

Problem-solving skills

Good customer service

English communication skills

Detail-oriented

Manual dexterity

Job description

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Job Overview

The Press Operator is responsible for the printing of customers’ labels. The Press Operator will be required to maintain the press and printing equipment during the printing process, and their duties may include cleaning the press and all associated parts, changing tooling and gears, inking, lubricating, and maintaining stations, and completing all necessary paperwork and forms.

Responsibilities

• Operates press and printing equipment as directed by supervisor or cell leader (shift lead). Maintains accurate and timely production and quality records
• Monitors press output and visually inspects product for defects and quality issues
• Loads and unloads paper rolls, mount and shaft rolls, maintain correct ink levels, colors and chemistry. Make necessary adjustments to ensure proper registration and maintain strict quality performance
• Maintains all materials, tools, and supplies in a clean and orderly manner and follow all safety, sanitation and product safety procedures and policies
• Operates all features of press functions
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of flexographic printing press experience
• Ability to identify issues/problems, evaluate options and implement solutions
• Knowledge of machines, tools and computers, including design, use, repairs and maintenance
• Ability to understand mathematical applications, ex. measurement, logic, etc.
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide range of professions and personalities
• Good command of the English language; ability to effectively read and write
• Good analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to lift up to 50-60 pounds and push/roll 300 – 800 pounds with pallet jack
• Good manual dexterity for cutting, grasping, guiding, pressing, pulling, pushing, rolling, typing, turning knobs
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces and reach, twist, bend and stretch when required
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and acute depth perception
• Ability to decipher colors
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing