OPERATOR, PRESS

Position Summary

Friday-Sunday - 6:00am to 6:30pm

Inovar Packaging Group is proud to be one of North America's premier flexographic and digital printing companies, dedicated to the success of our employees and customers. We invest in the latest equipment and technology, continually seeking the best strategies and solutions to deliver cutting-edge, high-quality products. Our culture is customer-driven, team-oriented, and built on win-win partnerships.

The Sheet Fed Press Operator is responsible for independently operating a Mark Andy Performance Series P4 press to produce high-quality pressure-sensitive labels and packaging products that meet customer specifications, production schedules, and quality standards. This role requires strong technical expertise in flexographic printing, color management, registration, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance while maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized work environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability benefits
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off and company holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• State-of-the-art printing technology
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture

Essential Responsibilities

• Independently operate a sheet feed press.
• Perform complete press setup, make-ready, plate mounting, and job changeovers.
• Read and interpret job tickets, customer specifications, and production schedules.
• Set up inks, anilox rolls, plates, dies, and substrates according to job requirements.
• Maintain proper registration, color consistency, and print quality throughout production.
• Troubleshoot print defects including: 
  • Misregistration
  • Color variation
  • Ink coverage
  • Dot gain
  • Die-cut issues
  • Web handling concerns
• Perform press adjustments to maximize uptime and minimize waste.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of press equipment.
• Verify finished product meets customer quality specifications.
• Accurately complete production documentation and quality records.
• Work closely with Scheduling, Prepress, Quality, Finishing, and Maintenance to ensure efficient production.
• Follow all safety, quality, GMP, and company operating procedures.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years operating narrow-web flexographic presses.
• Experience operating a Mark Andy Performance Series press preferred.
• Strong understanding of: 
  • Plate mounting
  • Anilox selection
  • Ink systems
  • UV curing
  • Color matching
  • Registration
  • Die cutting
  • Lamination
• Ability to troubleshoot print quality and mechanical issues independently.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read production orders and quality specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Preferred

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Success in This Role

A successful Flexographic Press Operator consistently produces high-quality printed products while maintaining safety, efficiency, and productivity. This individual takes ownership of machine performance, minimizes downtime and waste, proactively solves production issues, and works collaboratively to exceed customer expectations. They demonstrate technical expertise, attention to detail, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience operating any of the following equipment are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Mark Andy Performance Series (P4, P5, P7, P9)
• Nilpeter
• MPS
• Omet
• Gallus
• Comco
• PCMC
• Webtron
• Rotoflex
• ABG finishing equipment

What Success Looks Like in the First 90 Days

• Safely operate the Mark Andy P4 with minimal supervision.
• Achieve production, quality, and waste targets.
• Demonstrate proficiency in setup, changeovers, registration, and color control.
• Build strong working relationships with Production, Quality, Prepress, and Maintenance.
• Contribute ideas that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement.