Flexographic Lead Press Operator

· The Flexographic Lead Press Operator is responsible for overseeing daily press operations while operating flexographic printing equipment at the highest level of quality and efficiency. This role serves as a leader on the production floor, providing guidance, training, and support to press operators and production personnel.

· The successful candidate will possess extensive flexographic printing experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced custom manufacturing environment where production schedules and customer requirements can change rapidly.

· In addition to press operation responsibilities, this position acts as a key liaison between the production team and company leadership, helping ensure clear communication, continuous improvement, and successful execution of company objectives and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Press Operations

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot flexographic printing presses.
• Ensure consistent print quality and adherence to customer specifications.
• Monitor production efficiency, waste reduction, and machine performance.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure equipment is operating properly.
• Identify and resolve print and production issues quickly and effectively.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead by example on the production floor.
• Mentor, coach, and develop press operators and production staff.
• Provide training on best practices, processes, and quality standards.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable team environment.
• Support employee growth through patience, communication, and knowledge sharing.

Production Coordination

• Assist with scheduling and prioritization of production work.
• Adapt to changing customer needs and production demands.
• Coordinate workflow to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensure timely completion of jobs across a wide variety of label types and applications.

Communication & Management Liaison

• Serve as the primary communication link between production personnel and executive management.
• Provide feedback regarding production performance, staffing needs, equipment concerns, and process improvements.
• Participate in production planning and operational strategy discussions.
• Help drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

Required

• 5-10 years of flexographic press operating experience.
• Strong understanding of flexographic printing processes, materials, inks, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently produce high-quality print work.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Mechanical Ability

Preferred

• Previous Lead Press Operator, Supervisor, or Production Leadership experience.
• Experience in custom label manufacturing.
• Proven success training and mentoring production personnel.
• Experience working in a customer-driven manufacturing environment with changing schedules and priorities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $32