Flexographic Press Operator (3-Day Work Week)

Flexographic Press Operator (3-Day Work Week) Minneapolis, MN Job Details Full-time $29 - $32 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Press operation Machine operation Mid-level High school diploma or GED Continuous improvement Quality standards in production Stocking Manufacturing 2 years Communication skills Mechanical knowledge Implementing lean manufacturing processes Full Job Description Smyth is hiring a skilled Flexographic Press Operator to join our growing team at our facility centrally located in the Twin Cities. If you have printing experience and strong mechanical aptitude, this is a great opportunity to work a compressed 3-day schedule while producing high-quality labels and packaging. Schedule Thursday-Saturday | 5:00 AM - 5:15 PM 12.25-hour shifts (36.75 hours/week) Overtime available (paid after 40 hours) Pay & Benefits Competitive pay based on experience and bonus opportunities Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays Short- and long-term disability Life insurance Career growth opportunities What You'll Do Set up and operate a Nilpeter flexographic press Produce high-quality labels while meeting production and quality standards Monitor and reduce material waste Ensure press is fully stocked and running efficiently Collaborate with team members to meet production goals Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or GED Strong mechanical aptitude 2+ years of printing or press operation experience

Preferred:

Flexographic printing experience Experience with: Cold foil Hot stamp dies Rotary screens Tactile varnishes Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or BRC quality systems What We're Looking For Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Team-oriented with strong communication skills Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Why Join Smyth? At Smyth, we create premium labels and packaging that help our customers stand out. You'll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and pride in the work we do every day. Apply today to take the next step in your manufacturing career.