Job description

Elco Label Industries Inc. is a growing flexographic label printing company seeking an experienced Flexographic Press Operator to join its production team.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience operating flexographic presses, with particular knowledge of colour matching, ink adjustment, press registration, plate setup, and maintaining consistent print quality.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, takes pride in producing high-quality work, works efficiently, and is capable of operating a press independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Review job orders and production specifications to determine printing requirements, including colour sequence, quantities, substrates, and finishing requirements.
• Set up and operate 8–10 colour Mark Andy flexographic label presses according to job specifications and production requirements.
• Mount, position, and adjust printing plates, cylinders, anilox rolls, and other press components to ensure proper print alignment and quality.
• Prepare and adjust inks, including colour matching, ink viscosity, ink flow, and ink distribution, to meet customer and job specifications.
• Set up and adjust press registration, impression, tension, and other operating controls to achieve accurate and consistent printing.
• Inspect printed samples during press setup and production for colour accuracy, ink coverage, registration, print quality, and other defects.
• Monitor press runs and make real-time adjustments to maintain consistent print quality and production specifications.
• Identify and correct printing problems, including colour variations, registration issues, ink coverage problems, and other print defects.
• Operate presses for multi-panel and adhesive label printing applications in accordance with job specifications.
• Complete press changeovers and job setups efficiently, including cleaning and preparing press components between jobs while minimizing material waste and downtime.
• Work closely with the prepress team regarding plate preparation, plate mounting, job specifications, and production setup.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, inspection, and minor maintenance of press equipment and replace worn components where required.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical and operational problems and make necessary adjustments to maintain production schedules.
• Maintain production and quality records and report printing or equipment issues to the appropriate supervisor or manager.
• Follow established quality control, workplace safety, and production procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience needed.
• Experience operating multi-colour flexographic presses required.
• Mark Andy press experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of colour matching, ink adjustment, ink viscosity, registration, and print quality.
• Experience with labels, multi-panel printing, and adhesive printing applications is an asset.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot press and printing issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Language of work: English
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• No degree, certificate or diploma is required. Completion of secondary school is preferred but not mandatory.

What We Offer

• Extended health care benefits

• Dental and vision care benefits

• Group insurance and life insurance benefits

• Night shift premium, where applicable

• Free on-site parking

• Vacation time

• Variable or compressed workweek arrangements, where applicable

• Stable and growing work environment

Position Details

Job Title: Flexographic Press Operator

Employer: Elco Label Industries Inc.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Location: On-site at 2460 Anson Dr, Unit 4–8, Mississauga, ON L5S 1G7

Pay: $37.00 per hour

Working Hours: 32 to 48 hours per week

Work Schedule: Early morning, morning, day and flexible working hours, with overtime opportunities available

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

How to Apply

Please email your resume with a cover letter to chuck@peellabel.com