Pay Rate: $23.00 – $40.00 / hour (DOE)
Schedule: Day Shift (7:00 AM start, flexible 8-hr/8.5-hr options)
Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Flexo Press Operator for a top printing manufacturer in the St. Paul area. This role involves setting up and operating narrow-web flexographic presses in a fast-paced environment, with strong potential to transition into a Lead Operator role based on experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Press Operation: Set up, operate, and maintain narrow-web flexo equipment (Mark Andy 2200/XP5000 and Webtron 650/750).
- Color & Quality: Perform color matching using densitometers; handle ink prep and setup.
- Production & Finishing: Manage roll-to-roll printing, digital print integration, and narrow-web die-cutting (6"–13" width).
- Specialized Runs: Oversee high-precision and high-security print jobs (passports/sensitive docs).
- Finishing Support: Assist with table/stand-up rewinding equipment as needed.
- Experience: 2+ years of hands-on Flexo / Press Operator experience.
- Equipment: Direct experience with Mark Andy and/or Webtron presses.
- Technical Skills: Proficient with densitometers and color matching.
- Background Check: Required due to security work (clean record; no felonies or theft misdemeanors).
- Pay Range: $23.00 – $40.00/hr (Operator); $18.00 – $25.00/hr (Rewind/Packaging)
- Trial Period: 90-day evaluation
- Paid Time Off: Up to 4 weeks accrued vacation + 9 paid holidays
- Health & Dental: 70% company-paid medical premiums (50% for families) + free preventive dental
- Retirement & Life: SEP IRA pension with annual company contribution + 1.4x Life Insurance
salary: $66,000 - $84,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3 PM
education: High School
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Press Operation: Set up, operate, and maintain flexographic printing presses (specifically Mark Andy presses such as XP5000 or 2200, and Webtron 650/750).
- Color Management & Ink Matching: Utilize densitometers for accurate color matching, measurement, and quality control. Ink mixing/matching experience preferred.
- Production & Finishing: Manage roll-to-roll flexo printing, digital printing integration, and narrow-web dye cutting (6"–13" width).
- Rewind & Packaging: Assist with rewinding parts, operating table rewinds and stand-up rewinding stations ($18–$25/hr scope).
- Quality & Security: Ensure precise production for specialized print jobs (including high-security work such as passports and sensitive documentation).
- Safety & Standards: Maintain a safe work area utilizing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and ear protection.
Skills
Qualifications
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
