Press Operator Job Listing at Kelly Services in North Syracuse, NY (Job ID 10061808)

Description

Press Operator – 2nd Shift

North Syracuse, NY

Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22 per hour DOE!

Job Overview

The Press Operator is responsible for printing high-quality labels for customers while maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting flexographic printing press equipment. This position plays a key role in ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate press and printing equipment as directed by supervisor or cell leader.

• Maintain accurate and timely production and quality records.

• Monitor press output and visually inspect labels for defects and quality issues.

• Load and unload paper rolls, mount and shaft rolls, and maintain correct ink levels, colors, and chemistry.

• Make necessary adjustments to ensure proper registration and strict quality performance.

• Clean press components, replace tooling and gears, lubricate press stations, and perform routine maintenance.

• Keep tools, materials, and work areas clean and orderly.

• Follow all safety, sanitation, and product safety procedures and policies.

• Operate all press functions and features.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of flexographic printing press experience required.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of machines, tools, and computer-controlled systems.

• Ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.

• Understanding of basic mathematical applications (measurements, logic, etc.).

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse teams.

• Proficient in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical abilities.

• Ability to lift 50–60 pounds and push/roll 300–800 pounds using a pallet jack.

• Good manual dexterity for equipment adjustments and operation.

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform reaching, twisting, bending, and stretching as needed.

• Excellent hand-eye coordination and depth perception.

• Ability to accurately distinguish colors.
  
  Requirements:

• Pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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