Flexographic Press Operator

Company:

DWS Printing & Packaging is a family-owned, 5th-generation leading label supplier with a long-standing reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to client specifications and quality standards. With deep roots in the printing industry and a tradition passed down through generations, DWS produces premium printed labels for a wide range of industries. Our pressroom is the heart of the company: a team-driven environment where skill, precision, and pride in the work come together every day.

DWS Printing & Packaging is seeking full-time Flexographic Press Operators to join the team in Deer Park, New York. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining flexographic printing presses to produce high-quality labels that meet client specifications. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with strong mechanical aptitude, excellent color perception, and a commitment to quality and safety.

The company offers a competitive salary and benefit package, which includes health insurance, a 401(K) program, and two weeks of vacation.

Job Description: The candidate will:

• Review each job ticket in advance, evaluate equipment and supply requirements, and prepare the press accordingly for the job run.
  

• Perform full press make-ready functions, including plate mounting, ink mixing and color adjustments (Pantone matching), and web threading.
  

• Operate and monitor multi-color flexographic presses to maintain registration, color density, and print quality across various substrates including film, paper, and foil.
  

• Install, remove, position, and adjust press parts and supplies- such as rollers, printing plates, dies, and cylinders- according to job specifications.
  

• Conduct regular quality inspections and pull samples throughout the run to ensure finished products meet customer specifications and internal quality standards.
  

• Consistently monitor production runs against standards, objectives, and schedule, implementing corrective action as needed to keep jobs on track.
  

• Troubleshoot print and mechanical issues such as ghosting, haloing, and tracking to minimize downtime and material waste.
  

• Perform preventative maintenance, press wash-up, and clean-up procedures, along with minor repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  

• Accurately enter all job activities, material usage, job times, and waste metrics into the computer for job tracking and cost accounting.
  

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
  

• Support and follow all written pressroom policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
  

• Collaborate with production team members to meet tight deadlines and production goals.
  

• Assist with other production department tasks as required.
  

• Meet all attendance and performance expectations.
  

Requirements

Requirements: The candidate must:

• Have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a flexographic press operator; narrow or wide-web experience strongly preferred.
  

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the entire printing process, from set-up through clean-up.
  

• Possess strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with precision measuring tools such as micrometers and densitometers.
  

• Have excellent color perception and the ability to maintain color consistency throughout production runs.
  

• Demonstrate outstanding attention to detail, follow standard work instructions, and apply strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  

• Demonstrate the ability to perform equipment maintenance and troubleshoot press and mechanical issues independently.
  

• Be capable of working both independently and collaboratively with a team, taking direction from supervisors, and following company procedures.
  

• Have excellent time management skills with a personal accountability mindset and a strong "get the job done" attitude.
  

• Be able to read, write, and speak English to interpret job tickets, follow written work instructions and safety procedures, and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
  

• Be able to stand for 8-hour shifts and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable assistance.
  

• Be able to use a hand pallet jack.
  

• Be adaptable and able to manage rush jobs and shifting production priorities.
  

• Maintain a safety-first mindset and respect for machinery and equipment.
  

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  

• Technical certifications in printing, graphic arts, or related fields are a plus.
  

Benefits

Benefits:

• Health insurance
  

• 401(K) program
  

• Two weeks of vacation
  

Please, no calls to DWS Printing.