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.
Joining Smyth with experience that includes cold foil, hot stamp dies, rotary screens, and/or tactile varnishes AND you can deliver consistent quality throughput, your overall compensation would reflect those experiences.
Schedule
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Monday–Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 5:15 PM
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12.25-hour shifts (36.75 hours/week)
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Overtime available (paid after 40 hours)
Pay & Benefits
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Competitive pay, $30-$40 per hour, based on experience and bonus opportunities
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays
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Short- and long-term disability
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Life insurance
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Career growth opportunities
What You’ll Do
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Set up and operate a Nilpeter flexographic press
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Produce high-quality labels while meeting production and quality standards
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Monitor and reduce material waste
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Ensure press is fully stocked and running efficiently
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Collaborate with team members to meet production goals
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Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Required:
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High school diploma or GED
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Strong mechanical aptitude
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4+ years of printing or press operation experience
Preferred:
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Flexographic printing experience
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Experience with:
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Cold foil
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Hot stamp dies
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Rotary screens
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Tactile varnishes
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Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or BRC quality systems
What We’re Looking For
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Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
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Team-oriented with strong communication skills
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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.
