Press Operator

Location:

Lakeland, FL, US 33815

Requisition

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities.

Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, visit  Global Leader in Lottery Solutions | Brightstar Lottery Discover Brightstar Lottery, the global leader in lottery innovation. Safe, secure and engaging solutions that benefit communities and meet player needs.

As a Press Operator, you will support Brightstar Lottery’s production operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and monitoring of advanced flexographic printing presses used to manufacture instant lottery tickets. Under the direction of the Press Lead and Press Lead Backup, you will help ensure safe, efficient production while maintaining strict quality, security, and performance standards in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

This role is fully onsite in Lakeland, Florida, and with 12 hour scheduled shifts.

• Interpret job sheets to ensure accurate press setup and execution
• Select anilox rolls, print sleeves, substrates, and materials appropriate for each job
• Prepare and stage ink vats according to press and deck requirements
• Mount plates, load ink, and adjust pH and viscosity to meet quality standards
• Monitor press performance, web inspection cameras, and strobes during production
• Adjust impression, plates, and registration to maintain print accuracy
• Load and unload print sleeves, rolls of material, and substrates
• Operate unwinders and manage substrate flow during print runs
• Record production metrics, including footage printed, ink usage, and quality samples
• Tag and track rolls to ensure proper material identification
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures within the facility

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of related mechanical, manufacturing, or printing experience
• Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to quality
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with industrial equipment
• Able to follow detailed procedures and production workflows
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

• Experience operating flexographic printing presses
• Background in high-volume or regulated manufacturing environments

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, up to 12 hours per shift
• Regular lifting of 20–40 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and use hand tools
• Comfort working around noise, heat, inks, paper dust, and moving machinery
• Visual capability to inspect printed materials for quality and defects

At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $28.00 - $30.00 per hour. The actual pay offered may be higher or lower. The Company complies with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is one part of our Total Rewards program. Non-exempt roles are eligible for irregular discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance.

Note:

programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

Nearest Major Market: Lakeland