Posted 1mo ago

Operator - Press

@ ProAmpac
Huntley, Illinois, United States
$26/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:prepare press, load film, check quality
Requirements Summary:Operates flexographic press, loads film/ink, checks quality, performs basic maintenance, and follows safety guidelines.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Flexographic press, Inks, Printing equipment
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Job Description

This position prepares the flexographic press for print jobs as assigned, loads appropriate film and ink, and ensure quality by checking for blots/errors. The objective of this role is to produce roll to roll printed material with the highest degree of quality, as directed each day by production leaders.

Wage starting at $26/hr.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

  • Communicate with Press Operator from previous shift, if any, regarding status of press operations
  • Prepares press and all job components for print job, such as anilox, ink, film, etc.
  • Performs preventative maintenance tasks on machine and troubleshoots problems as needed, with assistance from Supervisor.
  • Set Impression, evaluate quality of print, execute recommended corrections.
  • Checks ink color and placement on film then adjusts and fine tunes anilox rolls and plates to ensure job is printing according to specifications.
  • Checks UPC codes, ensuring they are scannable.
  • Must follow safety guidelines, wear designated Personal Protective Equipment, and meet OSHA safety requirements.
  • Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

Working Conditions

  • This job operates in a manufacturing environment.
  • While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and occasionally lift office products up to 50 pounds.
  • This position may have minimal exposure to hazards such as dust, high noise levels, solvent fumes and medium heat on the production floor.
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds with no assistance.
  • Able to stand for shift in safety shoes.
  • Able to grip with one or both hands.
  • Flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

  • Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
  • Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
  • Career development opportunities
  • A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported