About the role
Salary: $21 to $26 per hour, depending on experience
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Equipment: Mark Andy flexographic press
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Mark Andy Flexographic Press Operator to join an established packaging manufacturer in Crystal Lake, Illinois. This position is responsible for operating flexographic printing equipment to produce high quality printed materials for medical device and pharmaceutical packaging applications.
The ideal candidate will have hands on Mark Andy press experience, strong mechanical aptitude, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to maintain consistent print quality while meeting production requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor Mark Andy flexographic printing presses
- Produce quality printed materials according to job specifications and production requirements
- Monitor color consistency, registration, and overall print quality throughout production
- Perform press adjustments to maintain efficiency and minimize waste
- Troubleshoot mechanical and printing issues
- Monitor press performance and address problems as they arise
- Direct and assist Press Helpers during daily production
- Maintain accurate production records and quality documentation
- Perform routine cleaning and support equipment maintenance
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow company safety policies and quality standards
- Perform additional production duties as assigned
- Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of related Mark Andy press experience and training
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to identify color differences, including variations in shades and brightness
- Ability to read and interpret measurements using a standard ruler to 1/16 of an inch
- Basic mathematical skills, including calculating footage and linear footage
- Ability to follow production instructions and quality procedures
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
- Ability to work independently and effectively with other production employees
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and work around printing equipment for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 65 pounds, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Ability to maneuver large rolls of material using appropriate handling equipment
- Ability to bend, squat, kneel, and perform other physical production tasks
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with occasional chemical odors
- Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for continued training