Press Operator - Flexo

Brook + Whittle; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Pro-rated PTO

MDLive Telemedicine

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brook + Whittle in New Albany, Indiana is seeking an experienced Flexo Press Operator to set up and run Nilpeter, Mark Andy or Gallus presses, including 650 Conversion. This full-time role covers multiple shifts: Fri-Sun 6am-6pm, Mon-Thu 3pm-1am, and Mon-Thu 5am-3pm.

You will perform press setup, print label jobs with minimal waste, document daily scores, maintain equipment, and collaborate with supervisors to meet production goals while following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience operating a flexographic press.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and write simple correspondence.
• Knowledge of safety data sheets and hazard communication standards.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and print label jobs on the press with minimal waste, following a priority order set by the Press Supervisor.
• Complete daily score sheets documenting the amount and type of work performed.
• Clean the printing press at the end of each shift.
• Maintain press and related equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Press operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Nilpeter press

Mark Andy press

Gallus press

650 Conversion

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for experienced Flexo Press Operators to operate Nilpeter, Mark Andy, or Gallus Press machines, including 650 Conversion. This full‑time position covers multiple shifts: Friday‑Sunday (6 a.m.–6 p.m.), Monday‑Thursday (3 p.m.–1 a.m.), and Monday‑Thursday (5 a.m.–3 p.m.).

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and print label jobs on the press with minimal waste, following a priority order set by the Press Supervisor.
• Complete daily score sheets documenting the amount and type of work performed.
• Clean the printing press at the end of each shift.
• Maintain press and related equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; may include specialized coursework beyond high school.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience operating a flexographic press.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and create simple correspondence.
• Knowledge of mechanics and hazard communication standards, including material safety data sheets.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proper use of safety gear, such as ear protection, glasses, back‑support belt, and safety shoes.
• Perform single‑function tasks of moderate size and scope.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing environments with dust, noise, chemicals, etc. (21% to 50% of work time).
• Requires walking, standing, grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, twisting, and manual dexterity for prolonged periods.
• Requires hearing, speaking, and color vision.
• Requires carrying and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Work with rotating, hazardous, and safety‑sensitive equipment.

Company‑Paid Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Pro‑rated PTO
• MDLive – Telemedicine
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Company‑Offered Benefits

• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) – first contribution after 90 days, auto‑enroll at 3%
• Short‑term disability
• Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible spending account for health care and/or dependent care
• Critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance

Company‑Subsidized Benefits

• Medical coverage – available on the 1st of the month after start date.

AAP/EEO Statement

Brook + Whittle provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The company complies with all applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws and prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on protected characteristics. Improper interference with employees’ ability to perform their duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Salary

$19.00 – $24.00 per hour