Flexo Press Operator or Lead

About the role

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company seeking a Skilled Press Operator at its Hartford, WI facility. The position offers a $2,000 hire bonus for new employees, competitive pay, and a strong bonus structure and wellness program. It is a fast‑paced, safety‑oriented, growing and stable environment where you can leverage production, manufacturing, or warehouse experience to learn niche skills in high demand.

Responsibilities

• Operate printing press
• Ensure print design conforms to job jacket information
• Responsible for print sample retention
• Notify Supervisor/Lead Person or Quality Assurance Technician of non‑conformities
• Responsible for proper packaging and labeling of work‑in‑process and/or finished product
• Ensure raw materials have been approved for use
• Ensure all bench‑top test and measuring equipment being used are properly calibrated
• Identification and control of non‑conforming material
• Set‑up and clean‑up machine
• Follow all applicable instructions relative to food safety and the SQF Food Safety Management System, including Employee GMP’s
• Report food safety problems to personnel with the authority to initiate actions

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior operation of same or similar equipment preferred
• Climbing stairs, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and squatting
• Walking or standing on concrete floors for most of shift
• Lifting is minimal, occasionally up to 70 lbs
• Exposure to inks, coatings, and solvents
• Good and reliable attendance
• Shift formats (12 hours, days, nights) with overtime based on business need
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Visio, and Outlook email and calendar capabilities

Benefits

• Bonuses! Sign on, Production, Safety and Attendance
• Competitive wages, shift premiums, promotions from within
• 11 paid holidays
• Excellent Paid Time Off (offered after 60‑days)
• Full Benefits including Medical | Dental | Vision | Disability Insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Match
• Clean and climate‑controlled environment

Pay

Press wages generally range from $24 – $33+/hour (based on relevant experience) with a $2/hour shift differential for B‑Shift.

Schedule

Hours: B shift, Monday‑Thursday, 6 pm – 6 am.