Press Operator @ Aerotek

Flexographic Print Press Operator

South Orlando, FLPay: $22-$24/hrSchedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Flexographic Print Press Operator to join a growing manufacturing team in South Orlando. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining flexographic printing presses while ensuring high-quality print production and adherence to customer specifications. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with printing press experience who are looking to join a stable company with long-term growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor flexographic printing presses.
• Ensure printed products meet quality standards and job specifications.
• Perform press adjustments and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Verify print designs conform to job jacket requirements.
• Conduct machine clean-up and changeovers between jobs.
• Monitor ink viscosity, color consistency, and print quality throughout production runs.
• Maintain print sample retention and production documentation.
• Identify and report quality concerns or non-conforming materials.
• Properly package and label finished products and work-in-process materials.
• Verify raw materials are approved and available prior to production.
• Ensure measuring and testing equipment is properly calibrated.
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Experience operating flexographic printing presses.
• Ability to perform machine setups, adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or printing production environment.
• Ability to read work orders, production documents, and job specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with solvent-based printing presses and solvent-based inks.
• Experience with:
• Plate mounting
• Color matching
• Label printing software
• Experience operating any of the following equipment:
• Allied Gear Flexo-Master
• Aqua Flex 2558 LX
• CMR 650
• Millennium Series Presses
• UTECO OPAL 1000

Equipment & Printing Capabilities

Operators may work with a variety of flexographic printing equipment, including:

• 8-color flexographic presses
• Narrow web printing systems up to 16" wide
• Mid-web printing systems up to 25" wide
• Wide-web printing systems up to 41" wide
• Inline die-cutting and slitting equipment
• Center-wind and surface-wind systems

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will be mechanically inclined, quality-focused, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced production environment. Candidates with solvent-based printing experience and a strong background in press setup and troubleshooting are highly encouraged to apply. Pay: $22-$24/hrSchedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PMLocation: South Orlando, FL

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.