Flexo Press Operator

Kraemer Properties, Inc.

Lakewood, NJFull-time$20–24/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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Compensation

$20–24/hr

Location

Lakewood, NJ

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

Job overview

Kraemer Properties, Inc. is hiring a Flexo Press Operator. The Flexo Press Operator will set up, operate, and monitor flexographic printing presses to produce high‑quality labels and packaging, reviewing job orders, installing components, testing inks, overseeing production, performing maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and keeping the press clean, while following safety and operational guidelines.

Key focus areas include Operate and maintain flexographic printing presses, Review job orders and adjust printing machines as needed, and Install components and supplies such as ink rollers and printing plates.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, Ability To Stand For Extended Periods, and Ability To Lift Materials As Needed. Important skills include Operating Flexographic Printing Presses, Maintaining Flexographic Printing Presses, Review Job Orders, Install Components And Supplies, Test Inks And Paints, and Oversee Production Of Printed Materials. Preferred (not required): Flexo Press Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operating Flexographic Printing PressesMaintaining Flexographic Printing PressesReview Job OrdersInstall Components and SuppliesTest Inks and PaintsOversee Production of Printed MaterialsPerforming Routine MaintenanceTroubleshoot Equipment IssuesClean Printing Press and PeripheralsKnowledge of Printing ProcessesKnowledge of MaterialsKnowledge of InksEffective Troubleshooting AbilitiesIdentify Press IssuesDiagnose Press IssuesCorrect Press IssuesIdentify Mechanical ProblemsDiagnose Mechanical ProblemsCorrect Mechanical ProblemsIdentify Print DefectsDiagnose Print DefectsCorrect Print DefectsUnderstanding of Pre-Press WorkflowsReading Job TicketsWorking With PlatesWorking With DielinesCoordinating With Pre-Press TeamsAttention to DetailStrong Organizational SkillsFollow Safety GuidelinesFollow Operational GuidelinesFlexo Press ExperiencePrinting Industry ExperienceFlexographic Printing PressesInk RollersPrinting PlatesPre-Press WorkflowsJob TicketsDielinesTroubleshootingAbility to Follow Safety and Operational GuidelinesPhysical Stamina (Stand for Extended Periods)Ability to Lift MaterialsShift Flexibility (Work Scheduled Shifts Including Overtime)

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentTechnical or Vocational Training in Printing or ManufacturingPrevious Flexo Press or Printing Industry Experience

Full job description

Expected Start Date

08/03/2026

Compensation

$20.00 - $24.00 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Shift

First Shift (Day)

Job Description

Company Description

Premium Label & Packaging Solutions (PLPS) was formed in 2021 by integrating several award-winning converters with decades of industry experience. The company combines the personal touch and agility of entrepreneurial businesses with the scale and resources of a larger organization. Based in the Northeast, PLPS operates six manufacturing locations and runs 41 presses across flexographic, digital, and specialty platforms. The organization serves diverse markets, including Healthcare, Wellness, Beauty & Personal Care, Household, Food & Beverage, and Aerospace, offering clients flexible, high-quality label and packaging solutions.

Role Description

The Flexo Press Operator is a full-time, on-site role based at the following locations: Deer Park, NY, Fairfield,NJ, and Lakewood, NJ. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring flexographic printing presses to produce high-quality labels and packaging in accordance with job specifications. Day-to-day tasks include:

Operating and maintaining flexographic printing presses.

Review job orders to make necessary adjustments to the printing machines.

Install components and supplies, such as ink rollers and printing plates, according to job specifications.

Test inks and paints on the printing surface to ensure their suitability.

Oversee the production of printed materials, including the printing and racking processes, to ensure they meet specifications and are completed on schedule.

Performing routine maintenance.

Troubleshoot equipment issues, including addressing abnormal noises.

Clean the printing press and its peripherals.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of printing processes, materials, and inks used in flexographic label and packaging production.

Effective troubleshooting abilities to identify, diagnose, and correct press issues, mechanical problems, and print defects during runs.

Understanding of pre-press workflows, including reading job tickets, working with plates and dielines, and coordinating with pre-press teams.

Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to follow safety and operational guidelines in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to stand for extended periods, lift materials as needed, and work scheduled shifts, including potential overtime.

Previous flexo press or printing industry experience is strongly preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required, technical or vocational training in printing or manufacturing is a plus.

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

LCG01

Job Type

Full Time

Application Email

[email protected]

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