Lead Press Operator (Wide-Web)

Lead Press Operator – Wide Web Flexographic Location: Carson, CA Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Shift: C Shift (5:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 12-Hour Schedule) Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and mechanically skilled Lead Press Operator to oversee the setup, operation, and maintenance of our multi-color wide web flexographic printing lines in Carson. In this hands-on leadership role, you will be responsible for executing high-volume packaging film and rollstock runs, driving shift efficiency, maintaining strict print quality, and mentoring press crew members. Key Responsibilities: Lead the setup, adjustment, and operation of high-speed, multi-color wide web flexographic printing presses according to technical job orders. Manage web tension, impression settings, and continuous substrate handling across flexible packaging films, barrier laminates, and pouch rollstock. Perform complete job changeovers, including print sleeve/cylinder installation, anilox roll selection, ink pump setup, and web threading. Monitor inline print runs to detect and correct defects, color drift, streaking, dot gain, and misregistration to maintain high quality standards. Formulate, adjust, and tone inks on-press; conduct viscosity checks and verify color accuracy using densitometers and spectrophotometers. Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and print-related malfunctions during production runs to minimize downtime and scrap. Lead, train, and mentor junior operators, feeders, and assistants on pressroom workflows, setup efficiency, and floor safety standards. Perform routine preventive maintenance (PM), including lubrication, cleaning, and replacement of doctor blades and worn press parts. Maintain accurate shift documentation, recording run times, scrap totals, material usage, and production metrics. Enforce shop-floor safety protocols, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED). 3+ years of hands-on wide web flexographic press operation in a manufacturing environment (flexible packaging, film, or converting preferred). strong working knowledge of multi-color flexo setup, ink chemistry, anilox rolls, and web handling. Solid mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions. Prior experience mentoring or leading pressroom personnel. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work a 12-hour continuous shift schedule.

salary: $56,160 - $66,560 per year shift: First work hours: 5 AM - 5 PM education: High School

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Press Setup & Operation: Lead setup and operation of multi-color web flexographic presses; adjust impression, tension, speeds, and ink levels to meet precise job jackets.
• Quality Control: Inspect in-line print output to detect and correct defects, registration drift, and color inconsistencies to strict customer specifications.
• Tooling & Material Handling: Load and unload substrate rolls, mount cylinders/sleeves, configure dies, and oversee packaging of finished rollstock.
• Mechanical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve minor mechanical, pneumatic, and press malfunctions; coordinate complex repairs with maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Floor Leadership & Mentoring: Guide, train, and support junior press operators, feeders, and assistants on press workflows and operational best practices.
• Safety & Compliance: Champion plant safety guidelines, enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Documentation: Maintain accurate production run logs, track scrap and material usage, and communicate shift performance and handover issues to plant leadership.

The essential functions of this role include:

• manual lifting up to 40lbs
• working weekends

Skills

• Schedule Adherence
• Manufacturing
• Providing Feedback
• Influencing
• Leading
• Instructing
• Distribution

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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