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Press Process Engineer

Elopak -
Little Rock, AR

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Job Details

$80,000 - $100,000 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Flexographic printing

Full Job Description

Job Description

Press Process Engineer

Printing Press Process Engineer (Offset Web / UV Lithographic)

Salary range $80,000-$100,000 based on experience

About Elopak

Elopak is a leading global supplier of sustainable carton packaging and filling equipment for liquid food products. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability, helping our customers deliver products in environmentally responsible packaging solutions.

We are seeking a Printing Press Process Engineer to join our manufacturing team. This role will be responsible for driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement of our web-fed offset lithographic printing operations utilizing UV-curable ink systems in a fast-paced carton packaging manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Printing Press Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing and controlling printing processes to ensure consistent print quality, maximize equipment performance, reduce waste, and support operational excellence initiatives. This position serves as the technical expert for web offset printing, UV curing technology, color management, and print process troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization & Performance

Optimize web offset lithographic printing processes, including:
- Ink-water balance
- Plate performance
- Blanket condition
- Web handling and tension control
Improve UV curing performance through optimization of curing parameters and lamp performance.
Drive improvements in:
- Color consistency
- Print sharpness
- Registration accuracy
Reduce spoilage, startup waste, and downtime through process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor and improve printing-related KPIs, including OEE, waste, and print quality performance.

UV Ink Systems & Print Chemistry

Manage and optimize UV ink, coating, and varnish systems.
Monitor critical process variables including ink viscosity, rheology, and temperature.
Support qualification and implementation of new UV formulations, coatings, and low-migration ink technologies.
Ensure compliance with food packaging requirements and migration standards.

Production Support & Troubleshooting

Provide technical support and guidance to printing press operators.
Troubleshoot and resolve printing issues, including:
- Ghosting
- Scumming
- Toning
- Misting
- Ink and water balance issues
- Registration drift
- UV curing defects
Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Quality Assurance & Control

Establish and maintain print quality standards and specifications.
Utilize densitometry, spectrophotometry, and color measurement systems to control color performance.
Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies for key printing variables.
Partner with Quality teams to reduce customer complaints and improve process capability.
Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and food safety requirements.

Equipment & Technology Management

Partner with Maintenance to improve press reliability and preventive maintenance programs.
Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of:
- Web offset printing presses
- UV curing systems
- Inspection and color measurement systems
Evaluate emerging technologies including LED UV curing, automation, and inline inspection systems.

Continuous Improvement

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma projects focused on:
- OEE improvement
- Waste reduction
- Process stability
- Energy efficiency
Develop and standardize best practices across shifts and production lines.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and productivity improvements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Support new product launches and artwork transitions.
Collaborate with:
- Prepress teams
- Quality teams
- Maintenance teams
- Suppliers
- Operations leadership
Provide technical expertise during product trials and customer qualification activities.

Health, Safety & Sustainability

Ensure safe handling and use of UV inks, coatings, solvents, and curing systems.
Maintain compliance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Support sustainability initiatives through waste reduction, process optimization, and energy-efficient technologies.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Printing Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Experience

3 to 7+ years of experience in web offset lithographic printing.
Experience within folding carton, packaging, or high-speed manufacturing environments preferred.
Hands-on experience with UV-curable ink systems and curing technologies.
Experience supporting high-speed web-fed printing operations.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of:

Web-fed offset lithography
Ink-water balance and dampening systems
Web handling and tension control
UV curing systems (Mercury UV and/or LED UV)
Color management systems
Print quality measurement techniques
Densitometry and spectrophotometry
SPC and process control methodologies

Preferred knowledge of:

Low-migration inks and food packaging applications
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
Root cause analysis methodologies

Systems & Software

Microsoft Office Suite
ERP and MES systems
Print inspection and color measurement systems
Statistical analysis tools preferred

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with operators, maintenance personnel, suppliers, and leadership
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Reduction in print waste and spoilage
OEE improvement and press uptime
Color consistency and Delta E performance
Reduction in customer quality complaints
UV curing efficiency and defect reduction
Cost savings generated through process improvements
Safety and compliance performance

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Printing Press Process Engineer (Offset Web / UV Lithographic)

About Elopak

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization & Performance

UV Ink Systems & Print Chemistry

Production Support & Troubleshooting

Quality Assurance & Control

Equipment & Technology Management

Continuous Improvement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Health, Safety & Sustainability

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Technical Skills

Systems & Software

Soft Skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)