Print Machine Operator

Why Choose Us?Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.Our Sustainability CommitmentThe Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.Print OperatorPosition Summary:Reports to the shift supervisor and is responsible for operating a six or eight color dry offset Van Dam press; will also perform numerous size change’s and setups on the Van Dam’s and will relieve the inspector or loader during all breaks. Will ensure that all products being run matches meets customers and WNA’s expectations by matching the approved signed artwork and supervisor approved sample, also will ensure that all packaging and labels match customer specs that are documented on the ECS. Will be responsible for the overall quality of the production run as well as the performance of his/her work cell.Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:· Run the dry offset presses to the established production speeds and quality standards running at or above 105% efficiency.· Monitor quality of print throughout production runs…assuring that print match’s signed sample at all times.· Keep scrap at or below 2.0%.· Read and fully understand the ECS and shop orders making sure everything (packaging, labels, etc) is correct on final Product that goes out the door.· Oversee work crew that consists of packer and loader.· Must be able to troubleshoot, maintain, and perform minor maintenance on Presses if need be.· Load or pack a press during an 8 or 12-hour shift monitoring inks and quality at the same time.· Will need tools to properly do the job after a 90-day probation period.· Abides by and enforces all WNA policy and procedures. 10. Works with a safety 1st no compromise attitude.· Follows All GMP Policy and Procedures.· Keep press and surrounding area clean and organized with all adjustments clean of ink and no tape or temp repairs on the press.· Works the hours they are scheduled to work since the position of operator is very critical in the day to day operation of the plant. Work shift will fall into the 24/5 or 24/7 operations of the plant.· Weekend work should be expected.· Accept responsibility and be held accountable for product that they and their crew send out the door.· Be a team player that doesn’t mind helping others.Candidate Requirements:· High School diploma or equivalent preferred.· Some printing and mechanical experience desired.· Be an active learner and listener with some troubleshooting and mechanical skills.What You'll Get From UsBenefitsWith safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.Community EngagementAt Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.Training and DevelopmentWe offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact Evergreen

Created: 2026-02-06