Press Operator

Appleton Finn; Ridgefield (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Stable, long-term career

Modern manufacturing environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Appleton Finn in Ridgefield, NJ is seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to join its production team. You will set up, operate, and maintain flexographic presses, ensure color accuracy, and uphold GMP and safety standards.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, quality checks, and collaborating with the production crew. This is a stable, long-term opportunity with overtime opportunities in a modern manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of flexographic press operating experience.
• Experience within labels, packaging, or narrow-web printing environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of color management, registration, and print quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust flexographic printing presses.
• Perform job changeovers and press make-readies.
• Monitor print quality, color consistency, and registration throughout production runs.
• Troubleshoot print and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Work with a variety of substrates, inks, and coatings.
• Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of press equipment.
• Complete production documentation and quality checks.
• Follow all safety and GMP procedures.

Skills

Flexographic press operation

Color management

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Tools

Mark Andy

Nilpeter

Gallus

Omet

MPS

Job description

We are partnering with a well-established label and packaging manufacturer seeking experienced Flexographic Press Operators to join their production team. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining flexographic printing equipment while ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust flexographic printing presses.
• Perform job changeovers and press make-readies.
• Monitor print quality, color consistency, and registration throughout production runs.
• Troubleshoot print and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Work with a variety of substrates, inks, and coatings.
• Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of press equipment.
• Complete production documentation and quality checks.
• Follow all safety and GMP procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of flexographic press operating experience.
• Experience within labels, packaging, or narrow-web printing environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of color management, registration, and print quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Experience with Mark Andy, Nilpeter, Gallus, Omet, MPS, or similar flexographic presses is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.

What's on Offer

• $40.00 - $43.00/hour
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to join a growing and respected organization