Flexographic Press Operator

We are seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator with hands‑on experience operating wide-web flexographic printing presses
. The ideal candidate will have experience with flexo printing, solvent-based inks, color matching, web handling, print registration, and press changeovers
.

Uteco press experience is strongly preferred.

• Set up and operate an 8-color Uteco flexographic web press
  .
• Install and change print sleeves, anilox rolls, doctor blades, and ink systems.
• Mix and monitor solvent-based inks to maintain proper viscosity and color consistency.
• Register, print stations to maintain accurate color alignment.
• Monitor print quality throughout the production process.
• Adjust web tension, drying temperatures, and press speeds.
• Perform efficient make‑ready activities and job changeovers.
• Dirty print
• Dot gain
• Ink smearing
• Perform routine press cleaning and maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures when handling flammable solvents and operating high‑speed printing equipment.
• Read and follow production orders, job specifications, and quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

• Hands‑on flexographic (flexo) printing experience – MUST HAVE.
• Experience operating wide‑web flexographic presses.
• Strong understanding of:
• Solvent‑based ink systems
• Color matching
• Plate mounting
• Web tension control
• Print registration
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to identify and correct common flexographic printing defects.
• Ability to read production orders and quality specifications.
• Ability to work safely around high‑speed machinery and flammable solvents.

• Uteco 8-color CI gearless press experience.
• Experience with enclosed ink metering systems.