Printing Press Operator

The Printing Press Operator will specialize in flexography (web-based) printing, directing the production of all items to meet established specifications in terms of quality and quantity at the lowest cost. The role involves overseeing a team consisting of the 2nd pressman and line take-off person, ensuring that print jobs are processed according to customer specifications on the flexo-web press. The operator checks for color match and excellence in printing output, providing leadership and direction to the printing team to produce the best printed results. Additionally, the operator assists and supports the Plant and Operation Manager in all aspects.

Responsibilities

• Direct the printing production of items to meet established specifications in terms of quality and quantity at the lowest cost.
• Oversee a team consisting of the 2nd pressman and line take-off person.
• Ensure print jobs are processed per customer specifications on the flexo-web press.
• Check for color match and excellence in printing output.
• Provide leadership and direction to the printing team.
• Assist and support the Plant and Operation Manager in all aspects.
• Protect and strengthen the company's reputation in relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies, acting consistently with core values such as Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork.

• Experience as a Press Operator with specialization in flexography.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent attendance and independence.
• Ability to perform duties effectively.
• Experience with Heidelberg printing press.

• Results-driven individual with goals of advancing within the organization.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• Foresight, creativity, sense of urgency, and good organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Visual Color Discrimination, the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors.

This role offers the opportunity to join a union after a 60-day probation period. Benefits are offered after 60 days, and employees receive one week of pro-rated time off after probation. The company values integrity, respect, accountability, relationships, and teamwork, providing a supportive environment for professional growth.

Work Environment

The facility is not climate-controlled and employs about 170 permanent staff with 30 temporary workers. It operates 24/7, providing opportunities for overtime. The role requires wearing steel toe boots, and the company provides gloves, ear plugs, and safety glasses to ensure safety. The shift is from 3pm to 11pm, Monday to Friday, with the potential to move to a 12-hour rotating schedule. Flexibility with shift coverage is necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenixville, PA.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenixville,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.