Press Operator
$52,000–$72,800 year
On-sitePennsauken, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Independently operate a Mark Andy Performance Series P4 flexographic press to produce high-quality pressure-sensitive labels and packaging products. Perform complete press setup, make-ready, plate mounting, and job changeovers while maintaining proper registration, color consistency, and print quality. Troubleshoot print defects including misregistration, color variation, ink coverage, and die-cut issues, conducting routine preventive maintenance and cleaning. Verify finished product meets customer specifications, accurately complete production documentation, and collaborate with Scheduling, Prepress, Quality, and Maintenance teams. Follow all safety, quality, and GMP procedures while supporting Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Work Monday through Thursday from 4pm to 2am.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 3 years operating narrow-web flexographic presses
- Ability to troubleshoot print quality and mechanical issues independently
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read production orders and quality specifications
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong understanding of: Plate mounting, Anilox selection, Ink systems, UV curing, Color matching, Registration, Die cutting, Lamination
- Stand for extended periods
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Frequently bend, twist, push, and reach
- Distinguish color accurately
- Safely work around moving machinery
- Wear required PPE
- Monday Through Thursday - 4pm to 2am
Desired Qualifications
- Experience operating a Mark Andy Performance Series press
- Experience operating Mark Andy P4, P5, P7, or P9 presses
- Experience printing pressure-sensitive labels
- Experience with UV flexographic printing
- Color management experience
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
- Experience operating any of the following equipment: Mark Andy Performance Series (P4, P5, P7, P9), Nilpeter, MPS, Omet, Gallus, Comco, PCMC, Webtron, Rotoflex, ABG finishing equipment
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