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AWT Labels & Packaging

Plate Maker

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Description AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision ... Plate making, generating final Len files, processing digital rerun files, pre-mac production ...

Jen-Coat Inc

Plate Hub Coordinator

Menasha, WI

$20 - $26.50/hr

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company delivering innovative solutions to ... They are responsible for the entire plate making coordination, including the set-up from the ...

ProAmpac

Plate Hub Coordinator

Menasha, WI · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company delivering innovative solutions to ... They are responsible for the entire plate making coordination, including the set-up from the ...

ProAmpac

Plate Hub Coordinator

Menasha, WI · On-site

$18.25 - $23/hr

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company delivering innovative solutions to ... They are responsible for the entire plate making coordination, including the set-up from the ...

Printpack

Pre-Press Technician

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

This dual-role position supports plate making, mounting and ink adjustment operations to ensure ... Must be able to work flexible shifts * May require nights, weekends, and holidays. * An additional ...

Printpack

Pre-Press Technician

Rhinelander, WI

$18 - $24.25/hr

This dual-role position supports plate making, mounting and ink adjustment operations to ensure ... Must be able to work flexible shifts * May require nights, weekends, and holidays. * An additional ...

Printpack

Pre-Press Technician

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

This dual-role position supports plate making, mounting and ink adjustment operations to ensure ... Must be able to work flexible shifts * May require nights, weekends, and holidays. * An additional ...

Printpack

Pre-Press Technician

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

This dual-role position supports plate making, mounting and ink adjustment operations to ensure ... Must be able to work flexible shifts * May require nights, weekends, and holidays. * An additional ...

Printpack

Pre-Press Technician

Rhinelander, WI · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

This dual-role position supports plate making, mounting and ink adjustment operations to ensure ... Must be able to work flexible shifts * May require nights, weekends, andholidays. * An additional ...

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How much do flexible plate making jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for flexible plate making in the United States is $16.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Plate Making vs Lithographic Plate Setter?

AspectFlexible Plate MakingLithographic Plate Setter
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, technical trainingHigh school diploma, technical or vocational training
Work EnvironmentPrinting shops, commercial print facilitiesPrepress departments, printing companies
Industry UsageFlexible plates for digital and offset printingSetting and preparing lithographic plates for offset presses

Flexible Plate Making involves creating flexible printing plates used in various printing methods, focusing on plate preparation and exposure. Lithographic Plate Setter specializes in digitally preparing lithographic plates, often using computer-to-plate technology. Both roles require technical skills and are integral to the printing process, but Flexible Plate Making emphasizes plate creation, while Lithographic Plate Setter focuses on plate setup and digital preparation.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Plate Making job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,749 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Plate Maker

AWT Labels & Packaging

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Description
AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions servicing Healthcare, Consumer Brand, and Technology clients worldwide. AWT employs nearly 650 associates and operates facilities in Minneapolis, MN (Headquarters), South Elgin, IL, Hauppauge, NY, Grand Blanc, MI, Anaheim, CA, Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, Winston-Salem and Garner, NC. AWT is the trusted partner for leading brands, delivering comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable solutions with exceptional quality, expertise, and responsiveness. More information about AWT can be found at www.awtlabelpack.com
AWT offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, HSA, 401k with match, holidays and paid time off.
AWT has the following position open in our Minneapolis, MN location:
The schedule for this position is Mon - Th, Hours are 2pm - 12:30am. Additional days and hours may be necessary due to production requirements.
Plate making, generating final Len files, processing digital rerun files, pre-mac production (putting together incoming orders), maintenance and any other duties assigned by the Prepress Supervisor.
Primary Tasks and Responsibilities (Note, activities that occupy approx. 90% of time):
  • On time, error free plate making as dictated by daily production schedule.
  • Accurate time and materials charges in PSI.
  • Purging of obsolete plate files and associated computer files

Secondary Tasks and Responsibilities (Occupies balance of time):
  • Any other activities as directed by supervisor.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiative to ensure customer satisfaction and that all jobs meet or exceed the customer's expectations.

Requirements
Physical Job Demands:
Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time working at desk/computer as needed.
Able to lift 50 lbs. to waist level without assistance (this applies to plate making only).
Skills/Abilities to Meet Job Requirements:
Good communication skills - professional written and verbal; knowledge of digital file manipulation; ability to take direction and accomplish projects in a timely manner; ability to work independently and in a team environment; ability to perform multiple tasks and understand priorities; attention to detail; good Mac and PC skills; proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Esko Software Suite; familiar with PC Windows based software and PSI a plus.

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