Press Machine Operator

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Job Title: Press Machine Operator
Job Type: Temp to Hire
Shift: Monday - Friday (6am - 4pm)
Pay Rate: $18.00 - $23.00
Location: San Antonio, TX (Northside)

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Press Machine Operator to operate and monitor flexographic printing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials according to customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and previous experience operating flexographic presses in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the press machine safely and efficiently.
• Set up and prepare the press for production runs, including loading materials, installing plates, and adjusting machine settings.
• Mix, load, and monitor inks to ensure proper color and print quality.
• Adjust registration, pressure, speed, and other machine settings as needed.
• Inspect printed materials throughout production to ensure quality and consistency.
• Perform routine quality checks and make adjustments to correct print defects.
• Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot basic mechanical or operational issues.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records.
• Change rolls, plates, inks, and other materials as required.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and keep equipment clean and organized.
• Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and production standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Communicate production issues, equipment concerns, and quality problems to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
• Meet production schedules and daily performance goals.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on machine operation experience 
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Ability to read and follow production specifications and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance and basic machine troubleshooting.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, or other measurement tools is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, lift, and move materials.
• Ability to work around machinery, inks, and manufacturing equipment while following required PPE and safety procedures.

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Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.