Wide Web Flexo Press Operator

ExpressPros - Appleton, WI; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Vision Insurance

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Referral Bonuses (up to $125)

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals – Appleton is hiring a Direct Hire Press Operator to set up and run high-speed PCMC CI flexographic presses for flexible packaging. Shift is Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:00pm; pay up to $32/hr.

You will mount plates, install anilox rolls, thread substrates, perform makeready and changeovers with minimal downtime. Requirements include 2+ years of flexographic press experience, ink knowledge (solvent and water-based), web handling, registration, troubleshooting, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of flexographic printing press experience.
• Experience with wide web flexographic presses preferred.
• Knowledge of ink systems and press controls.
• Ability to read job tickets and follow specs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate high-speed PCMC CI flexographic presses for flexible packaging.
• Mount printing plates, install anilox rolls, and thread substrates.
• Perform setup, makeready, changeovers, and transitions with minimal waste.
• Monitor web tension, ink viscosity, registration, and drying systems.
• Inspect for print defects and ensure color consistency and quality.
• Document production and maintain safety and GMP standards.

Skills

Flexographic printing experience

CI press operation

Web handling & tension

Ink handling (solvent & water-based)

Troubleshooting & problem-solving

Quality control & color management

Tools

PCMC CI Press

Job description

DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY!**Hours: **Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:00pmPay: up to $32.00/HRDuties:Set up and operate high-speed PCMC Central Impression (CI) Flexographic Printing Presses to produce flexible packaging products.Mount printing plates, install anilox rolls, and thread wide web substrates through the press.Perform press setup, makeready, changeovers, and job transitions while minimizing downtime and material waste.Operate presses at optimal production speeds while monitoring web tension, ink viscosity, impression settings, registration, and drying systems.Adjust press settings to maintain print quality, color consistency, registration accuracy, and coating performance.Inspect running webs continuously for print defects, color variations, registration issues, and other quality concerns.Conduct quality checks throughout production to ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards.Work with solvent-based and water-based ink systems and maintain proper ink performance.Troubleshoot press, ink, substrate, and registration issues to maximize uptime and productivity.Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on press equipment.Maintain accurate production records, quality documentation, and press reports.Follow all safety procedures, GMP requirements, and manufacturing standards.Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to meet production goals and delivery schedules.Qualifications:Minimum of 2 years of Flexographic Printing Press experience required.Experience operating Wide Web Flexographic Presses preferred.Experience with PCMC Central Impression (CI) Presses highly preferred.Strong understanding of flexographic printing processes and flexible packaging manufacturing.Knowledge of solvent-based and water-based ink systems.Experience with web handling, tension control systems, registration systems, and automated press controls.Ability to mount printing plates, install anilox rolls, and perform press setups independently.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.Experience with color management, print quality, and process control.Ability to read and interpret job tickets, specifications, production orders, and work instructions.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.Excellent organizational and time-management skills.What does Express offer to you??Weekly paychecks!Vision InsuranceMedical PlanDental Plan401(K) Retirement Savings PlanLife InsuranceReferral Bonuses (Earn up to $125 for each person you refer to Express!)Why Express Employment Professionals, Appleton WI?Express, Appleton WI placed over 1,350 people in 2024 just in the Appleton area!We provide our associates with excellent comprehensive and competitive benefits!When you apply to us, you apply to 100+ companies in the Fox Valley!Over 170 people were hired to a permanent position in 2024.Apply now:**Call **- [phone] to schedule a phone interview.Address - 1033 W College Ave STE 100 Appleton, WI 54914Email - [e-mail]\"Like\" our Appleton & Waupaca County Facebook pages for more up to date job opportunities.#PuttingAppletontoWorkYou should be proficient in:Knowledge of Large Format GraphicsWeb Offset PrintingSheet Fed Offset PrintingOffset LithographyDigital PrintingInkjet PrintingMachines & technologies you'll use:Flexographic Printing Press