For decades, Smyth has brought our customers’ labels and packaging to life, creating a customer experience that is second to none, and enabling them to stand out over the competition. To support our continued growth, we seek candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, and creating exquisite products for our customers.

Smyth-Minneapolis is currently seeking a talented and motivated individual to join the Press Operations team as a Flexographic Printing Press Operator.

Shifts Available:

5:00pm-5:15am, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday

5:00am-5:15pm, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

3 Days a Week / 12.25 hours per shift (36.75 hours total)/ Shift Pay Differential in addition to hourly wage offered

Overtime paid after 40 hours a week; typical OT available is at least one shift per month

Our full benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and much more

Compensation is based on the skills and experiences brought to Smyth

Key Responsibilities for Flexographic Press Operator include:

• Efficient setup and operation of a flexographic press, focusing on meeting specifications in product quality, safety, and effective management of material and product waste
• Working with a team, collectively ensuring the press is stocked with all necessary materials that enable focus on the art of producing the labels
• Providing leadership in areas of Lean Manufacturing, KAIZEN, ISO quality systems, innovation, and current systems technology
• Supporting and contributing to an innovative culture, striving to create and develop new products for our customers

The ideal candidate must demonstrate:

• Ability to think through mechanical aspects of equipment operations and decision-making
• Effective time management on multiple long- and short-term projects, meeting all related deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills to effectively work with a diverse group/variety of people and personalities
• High levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquires and needs of individuals, both internal and external to the organization
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to all levels of people inside and outside the organization

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent
• Required: Mechanical aptitude
• Required: Two or more years in printing; experience with cold foils, hot stamp dies, rotary screens, and tactile varnishes
• Preferred: Experience with Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems

***Sign-On Bonus subject to terms and conditions