Start your new career as a Flexographic Press Operator with MAU at a leading packaging manufacturer in Hapeville, GA. As a Flexographic Press Operator, you will set up, operate, and maintain flexo printing presses to produce high-quality labels and ensure efficient pressroom operations. 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive pay: $18–$20/hour (based on experience) 

• Monday–Friday schedule | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM 

• Temp-to-hire opportunity (permanent hire after 520 hours) 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options 

• 401(k) retirement plan 

• Clean, climate-controlled production environment 

• On-the-job training with advancement potential 

• Employee referral program 

What We’re Looking For: 

• 1–3 years of experience operating flexographic or similar web-fed printing presses (Mark Andy, Nilpeter, Gallus, Comco, etc.) 

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills 

• Basic knowledge of color matching, ink handling, and print registration 

• Ability to read job tickets, artwork proofs, and measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, gauges) 

• Excellent attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork 

• Preferred but not required: 

• Experience with UV or water-based inks 

• Knowledge of die-cutting, lamination, or slitting operations 

• Familiarity with Water Wash Plate Technology or Direct-to-Plate systems 

What You’ll Do as a Flexographic Press Operator: 

• Set up and run narrow-web flexographic printing presses (up to 9 colors) 

• Prepare printing jobs including plate mounting, ink mixing, and substrate loading 

• Thread web through press stations, dryers, and die-cut units 

• Monitor and maintain print quality, registration, and color consistency 

• Perform inline finishing such as laminating, varnishing, and die-cutting 

• Clean press components and maintain ink viscosity 

• Accurately record production data (run time, waste, materials used) 

• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental protocols