Press Operator**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Press Operator to interpret order specifications, perform set-ups, operate presses through production runs, and ensure quality maintenance and documentation. You will play a vital role in troubleshooting, training team members, and enhancing processes within our department.
**Responsibilities**
+ Interpret order specifications and special instructions.
+ Ensure all production materials are at press prior to set-up.
+ Inspect cylinders, plates, and other tooling/parts to ensure quality.
+ Perform two-color set-ups on assigned presses, including cylinder preparation, plate mounting, ink fountain and roller adjustments, loading supply rolls, splicing webs, setting impressions, and processing set-ups.
+ Operate assigned press through production run, performing adjustments and maintaining ink color.
+ Apply knowledge and skills in performing preventative/general maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective action.
+ Record and report all finished production and complete related documentation.
+ Train, assist, and support other team members in problem-solving and meeting department goals.
+ Continuously review current processes and identify improvement methods.
+ Perform general housekeeping tasks and waste removal within the department.
+ Assist/support in other job functions within the process or company as needed.
**Essential Skills**
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
+ 2+ years of printing press operation experience.
+ Demonstrated experience operating flexographic presses.
+ Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
+ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
+ Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency using product overlay gauges and reading shop scales.
+ Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. by hand or with lift aids, and push, pull, and turn 150 lbs. with lift aids.
+ Ability to maneuver up to 1584 lbs. with a hand truck.
+ Ability to continuously stand, stoop, and bend.
+ Good vision, including color vision.
+ Ability to learn and demonstrate basic PC skills for production reporting.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in machine operation, blueprint reading, and embroidery.
+ Proficiency in basic math calculations.
**Why Work Here?**
Working here offers fantastic benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. Enjoy 401k with company match and 8 weeks of 100% paid parental/bonding leave. We support family planning with fertility coverage and adoption assistance, and provide opportunities for growth and advancement. With 13 paid holidays and 10 PTO days, you'll enjoy a balanced work-life schedule.
**Work Environment**
Join a global company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing materials for branding and packaging. Work Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 3:30 PM in a relaxed environment with a casual dress code. Jeans, slacks, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies are permitted, but steel-toed boots/sneakers are required. Please avoid baggy clothing or loose jewelry.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Liverpool, New York.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Liverpool,NY.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Press Operator to interpret order specifications, perform set-ups, operate presses through production runs, and ensure quality maintenance and documentation. You will play a vital role in troubleshooting, training team members, and enhancing processes within our department.
**Responsibilities**
+ Interpret order specifications and special instructions.
+ Ensure all production materials are at press prior to set-up.
+ Inspect cylinders, plates, and other tooling/parts to ensure quality.
+ Perform two-color set-ups on assigned presses, including cylinder preparation, plate mounting, ink fountain and roller adjustments, loading supply rolls, splicing webs, setting impressions, and processing set-ups.
+ Operate assigned press through production run, performing adjustments and maintaining ink color.
+ Apply knowledge and skills in performing preventative/general maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective action.
+ Record and report all finished production and complete related documentation.
+ Train, assist, and support other team members in problem-solving and meeting department goals.
+ Continuously review current processes and identify improvement methods.
+ Perform general housekeeping tasks and waste removal within the department.
+ Assist/support in other job functions within the process or company as needed.
**Essential Skills**
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
+ 2+ years of printing press operation experience.
+ Demonstrated experience operating flexographic presses.
+ Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
+ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
+ Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency using product overlay gauges and reading shop scales.
+ Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. by hand or with lift aids, and push, pull, and turn 150 lbs. with lift aids.
+ Ability to maneuver up to 1584 lbs. with a hand truck.
+ Ability to continuously stand, stoop, and bend.
+ Good vision, including color vision.
+ Ability to learn and demonstrate basic PC skills for production reporting.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in machine operation, blueprint reading, and embroidery.
+ Proficiency in basic math calculations.
**Why Work Here?**
Working here offers fantastic benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. Enjoy 401k with company match and 8 weeks of 100% paid parental/bonding leave. We support family planning with fertility coverage and adoption assistance, and provide opportunities for growth and advancement. With 13 paid holidays and 10 PTO days, you'll enjoy a balanced work-life schedule.
**Work Environment**
Join a global company dedicated to manufacturing and distributing materials for branding and packaging. Work Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 3:30 PM in a relaxed environment with a casual dress code. Jeans, slacks, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies are permitted, but steel-toed boots/sneakers are required. Please avoid baggy clothing or loose jewelry.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Liverpool, New York.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Liverpool,NY.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job ID: 482984609
Originally Posted on: 6/27/2025
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