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Flexographic Pressman/Print Operator

SMS Group of Companies
Sterling, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking to hire a Flexographic Pressman / Print Operator for our Sterling Heights location. As a Flexographic Pressman / Print Operator you will coordinate job set up for the presses. Formulate and blend inks as required and organize inks for the press to run.

Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Mixing, Blending, and storing inks
  • Setting up and operating the press : Install and adjust plates, rollers, inks, and dies, and start and stop the press
  • Monitor the feeding, printing, & racking processes
  • Adjusting settings : Change the speed, temperature, ink flow, and pressure tolerances
  • Loading and positioning unprinted materials
  • Cleaning and lubricating the press
  • Packing and labeling finished products
  • Checking quality : Pull proofs to verify ink coverage, alignment, and registration
  • Maintaining quality : Monitor quality throughout the printing run and adjust as needed
  • Ensuring safety : Keep the equipment in safe working order and notify supervision of needed repairs
  • Delivering finished products : Deliver the printed materials to the designated area
  • Understanding documents : Read job orders and other documents to determine quantities, colors, and special instructions
  • Training others : Teach and mentor less experienced employees

Minimum Requirements :

  • Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience Flexographic printing
  • Ability to work 10-12 hour shifts
  • Read and understand job tickets with close attention to film requirements and print specifications
  • Prepare, set up, adjust, and maintain printing press equipment in accordance to company quality standards and job requirements
  • Perform all make-ready tasks such as installing sleeves, example plates / sleeves for imperfections, checks for correct positioning of images, adjust tension and register, and setting up ink requirements, etc.
  • Make necessary color corrections and / or press adjustments during production run to meet and maintain the quality specifications of the job
  • Monitors company critical control points : artwork matches master sample / proof, drying temperature and film speed of press
  • Monitor the use of raw materials, keeping in mind waste reduction
  • Perform periodic preventative maintenance recommended by the manufacturer
  • Maintain paperwork such as production usage reports, quality check sheets, etc.
  • Troubleshoot and detect cause of press stoppage and breakdowns
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
  • Education & Experience :

  • Ink and Color Mixing / Layering (REQUIRED)
  • Experience working a flexographic printing press (REQUIRED)
  • Previous Manufacturing / production experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2-3 years of relevant work experience
  • Computer Skills
  • Benefits :
  • Medical
  • Dental & Vision
  • 401K with employer match
  • Short- & Long-term disability
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO / Vacation
  • The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Carroll Products reserves the right to make changes to the responsibilities and experience of this role at any time without prior notice.

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