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AspectPrinting PressPrint Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical trainingHigh school diploma; on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentPrint shops, manufacturing facilitiesPrinting presses, production lines
Industry UsageUsed in large-scale printing for newspapers, books, packagingOperates printing machinery, manages print runs
Job FocusOverseeing printing processes, maintaining pressesSetting up, operating, and troubleshooting presses

The Printing Press refers to the machinery used for large-scale printing, while the Print Operator is the professional who operates and maintains these presses. Both roles require technical skills and are essential in the printing industry, but the Printing Press is the equipment, and the Print Operator is the skilled worker managing it.

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Printing press operators are skilled professionals who set up, operate, and maintain printing presses to produce newspapers, books, magazines, packaging, and other printed materials. They are responsible for loading materials, adjusting press settings, monitoring print quality, and troubleshooting issues during production. Their work requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and knowledge of different types of printing technologies. Printing press operators may work with offset, digital, or flexographic presses depending on the printing facility.

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To thrive as a Printing Press Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with offset and digital printing machines, color management systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, time management, and teamwork set exceptional operators apart. These competencies ensure efficient production, minimize errors, and maintain high-quality print standards in a fast-paced environment.

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Printing press operators often encounter challenges such as equipment malfunctions, maintaining print quality, and meeting tight production deadlines. To manage these issues, operators regularly perform routine maintenance, closely monitor print runs for color accuracy, and collaborate with team members to quickly address any technical problems. Developing strong troubleshooting skills and staying organized are key to handling these challenges effectively and ensuring smooth operations.
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Flexographic Printing Press Operator

Flexographic Printing Press Operator

ACRO Labels, Inc.

Willow Grove, PA • On-site

$58K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Summary

Title: Flexographic Printing Press Operator 

Description:

Acro Labels, Inc. is a successful and fast-growing essential manufacturing company that uses an impressive array of digital pre-press and wide-web flexographic printing capabilities and extrusion and adhesive laminators to produce creative flexible packaging solutions for our customers. With a primary focus on serving the food industry, Acro Labels specializes in roll stock, pouches, re-sealable packaging.


We are looking for an experienced Printing Press Operator to join our Press team on the 7am-3:30pm shift Monday-Friday. 
 

Typical duties of the Operator include:

  • Set up and runs press to meet customer specifications.
  • Make job changes, which include washing up press, changing cylinders, setting up ink pumps, and running jobs.
  • Running press at production speeds of Acro Label standards.
  • Perform quality checks.
  • Mix, tone, and adjust inks.
  • Maintains safe and orderly work area.
  • Directs assistant to make sure quality, production, minor maintenance, housekeeping, and safety needs are met
  • Complete production and waste reports.
  • Cleaning press, lubrication, and other miscellaneous items as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education and /or Experience:

  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED);
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years of printing press experience on wide web flexographic presses for the Operator role.
  • Must be good with your hands and mechanically inclined.

Mathematical Skills:

  • The ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. 

Company Description

We have been in the manufacturing business for many years.