SR. PRESS TECHNICIAN

Colonial Group; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. seeks a Sr. Press Technician to lead the setup and operation of flexographic printing presses on 3rd shift (10:00 PM–6:00 AM).

The role emphasizes productivity gains, quality control, and cross-department collaboration in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate offers 3+ years on flexographic presses, strong technical skills in setup, operation, and maintenance, and leadership experience in a SQF-qualified facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating flexographic printing presses.
• Strong technical proficiency in press set-up, operation, and maintenance.
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably SQF qualified.
• Experience with substrates, inks, and printing techniques.
• Commitment to consistent attendance and willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety guidelines and report safety concerns.
• Check press specs (ink, cores, film, plate cylinders, anilox).
• Set up, operate, and maintain flexographic presses for quality prints.
• Maintain consistent print quality from start to finish.
• Identify defects and adjust to meet specifications.
• Verify ink parameters (viscosity, PMS matching).
• Dispose waste Materials properly.
• Coordinate with departments to meet production schedules.
• Train press operator assistants on safety and best practices.
• May work weekends/holidays and rotate 12-hour shifts.
• Keep work area clean.

Skills

Press set-up

Flexographic press operation

Press maintenance

Leadership

Safety compliance

Stress management

Flexibility

Tools

Forklift

Job description

SHIFT: 3rd Shift - 10:00PM to 6:00AM

TITLE: Sr. Press Technician

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The person in this role reports to the Production Manager. The position is responsible for the beginning set-up and/or automation process for production, with emphasis on measures to increase productivity, efficiency and utilization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating flexographic printing presses.
• Strong technical proficiency in press set-up, operation, and maintenance.
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a SQF qualified facility.
• Experience working with a variety of substrates, inks, and printing techniques.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Always adhere to safety guidelines and protocols. Be proactive in addressing and reporting safety issues/concerns.
• Check Press specifications for ink, cores, film, plate cylinders, anilox, etc., to ensure all resources are needed and ready for current and upcoming jobs.
• Set up, operate, and maintain flexographic printing presses to produce high-quality printed materials.
• Maintain good and consistent quality print from start to finish.
• Identify defects and make all necessary adjustments to ensure product remains within specifications.
• Verify and maintain ink parameters (viscosity, match PMS, etc.)
• Ensure waste materials are discarded to their designated containers.
• Get all cores for job, install first core in wind adjust viscosity, add solvent as necessary.
• May be required to perform other duties within the plant as requested or assigned based on production needs.
• Attend site safety or job trainings classes as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate production schedules and ensure timely delivery of printed materials.
• Train press operator assistants while adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
• This position may require working weekends and holidays to meet production demands
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed is required.
• Flexibility to work 12 hours rotating shifts.
• Maintain a clean work area.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

• Willing to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Must perform work efficiently and effectively under short notice.
• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, arm guards).

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Thorough understanding of SQF requirements and quality control processes.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot press malfunctions and perform repairs in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of color management and quality assurance processes.
• Aim to maximize production performance and output while maintaining quality.
• Experience in SQF and/or ISO is an asset.

TRAINING:

• Ensure GMP are exerted throughout the production process.
• Ensure production process follows SQF Code.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DEVICES & SOFTWARE:

• Experience driving a forklift truck preferred.
• Basic computer and calculator knowledge.