Flexo Press Support

About the Role

Resource Label Group is seeking a Press Support Associate to join their Production Team. This role will assist Press Operators in setting up and operating printing presses to produce pressure-sensitive labels and related products on various materials. The position offers onsite training in a skilled trade within the printing industry, with opportunities for career advancement.

Pay Range: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Follow guidance and direction from the Press Operator.
• Read job orders and load dies into the press.
• Install print cylinders on shafts and into the press.
• Fill ink pans, screens, and pumps with prescribed inks.
• Insert shafts through cores and secure rolls on the press in feed position.
• Splice the end of rolls to stock remaining on the press, adjusting tension and feed as directed.
• Start the press, adjusting speed and alignment of stock to the print cylinder.
• Engage print cylinders and adjust printing impression.
• Place print cylinders lead-to-lead and run approval strips.
• Cut and inspect approval strips for imperfections (e.g., register issues, missing impression, ink starvation, color adjustments), making necessary adjustments.
• Clean plates, print cylinders, and dies as needed.
• Remove trash.
• Assist in the performance of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance (supervisor approval required).
• Mix inks to achieve and maintain desired colors and viscosity.
• Maintain clear and organized work areas and housekeeping standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or GED OR one to three months of related experience and/or training OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment, printing, or packaging industry is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in all units of measure.
• Ability to read and interpret rulers, scales, and other measurement devices.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (with or without mechanical assistance).
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.