Job Description

Flexographic Printing Press Lead Operator

A growing flexible packaging manufacturer is seeking experienced Flexographic Printing Press Lead Operators to produce high-quality printed flexible packaging materials.

This role is for a 2nd shift schedule, Monday–Thursday (1:00 PM – 11:00 PM).

Pay is up to $35 per hour, depending on experience and mechanical aptitude. Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Review job specifications from the prepress department; assist with anilox roll selection and determine appropriate color sequence.
• Install print cylinders, set up print decks, and ensure proper registration.
• Configure register eyes and verify barcodes and print repeats.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to complete job approval processes.
• Set trim blades and confirm measurements prior to initial production run.
• Select and set the correct web path for each job.
• Continuously monitor all aspects of the press during operation, including web width, edge alignment, color consistency, registration, repeat accuracy, and overall print and screen quality.
• Package and label finished rolls as needed.
• Pull and retain samples for Quality Control.
• Record production issues such as material defects, downtime, and plate-related concerns.
• Perform post-run cleanup, complete required documentation, and verify accuracy of production records.
• Adhere to all food safety and quality standards, escalating any concerns to management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Capable of stooping, kneeling, and climbing ladders or stairs.
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Excellent color vision, with or without corrective lenses.
• Basic computer proficiency required; familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
• Prior experience in flexographic printing preferred.
• Experience in flexible packaging is a plus. Familiarity with Mark Andy or Gallus presses preferred, though experience with other equipment is acceptable.
• Experience with defect detection systems is preferred.

Apply here, call/text 605-956-4223, or email jeremy.carlson@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.