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Label Printing Press Assistant — Flexo Production
Weekend Shift: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Who we are: Tabco (part of Inovar Packaging Group, LLC) is a leading flexographic and digital label manufacturer. We invest in the newest technology and build strong, customer-centered teams.
Is this you?
- Do you enjoy hands-on work that keeps production flowing smoothly?
- Are you precise with measurements, colors, and file organization?
- Do you take pride in a spotless pressroom and well-staged jobs?
What you’ll do
- Mount printing plates; pull, organize, and file plate files without errors.
- Mix inks to match job specifications and color requirements.
- Pull dies ahead of runs; return them to storage when jobs are complete.
- Wash ink trays, splashguards, and overflow pans; maintain clean, orderly press areas.
- Keep consumables stocked; assist with monthly inventory counts.
- Support press operations, sheeted jobs, major cleanups, and setups; move product to finishing as needed.
- Record daily time spent on each task.
- Use the anilox cleaning machine to clean anilox rolls.
- Follow SOPs/GMPs, safety rules, and company policies; back up press operators; work overtime when required; perform other duties as assigned.
What you’ll bring
- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Math fluency: Measuring, fractions, and numerical filing.
- Tech exposure: Inventory/manufacturing software knowledge preferred.
- Physical ability: Stand for long periods; lift/move up to 75 lbs; occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; strong close/distance vision, depth and color perception, and focus adjustment.
- Environment: Work around moving mechanical parts; moderate noise.
- Mindset: Team-first, dependable, detail-focused, instruction-following multitasker with a positive attitude.
Nice-to-have experience
- Material handling
- Machine setups for production runs
- Operating or assisting with flexographic printing presses
Perks & benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO and company holidays
- Advancement opportunities in a growing company
- Collaborative, innovative culture
Compliance
IPG is an equal-opportunity employer. All job offers are contingent upon passing pre-employment screening, including a drug test and background check.
Ready to keep the presses running?
If you’re motivated by fast-paced production and want to develop in the label-printing trade, apply today.