**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** The Flexographic Press Operator’s primary function is to set up and operate flexo presses to produce items consistent with customer specifications. The role involves using appropriate dies, inks, and other materials as specified by the order, and loading rolls of stock on the press. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate flexo presses. + Use appropriate dies, inks, and other materials as specified by the order. + Load rolls of stock on the press. + Operate press and make adjustments as needed to ensure print consistency, quality, and registration. + Verify proper color shades, die cuts, etc. + Ensure items are varnished, glued, and/or folded as needed. + Mount printing plates properly on cylinders. + Adjust and mix inks per job requirements. + Obtain approval of the product before the press run. + Run job at pre-determined run speed. **Essential Skills** + Mechanically inclined. + Initiative. + Verbal and written communication skills. + Problem-solving skills. + Attention to detail. + Ability to maintain production standards. + Ability to count and measure. + Ability to work independently and as a self-starter. + Ability to work as part of a team. + Ability to follow written, oral, or verbal directions from others. + Ability to respond to questions from managers, team members, and customers. + Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Knowledge of printing production is a plus. + Experience with gluing systems and glue detection systems is a plus. + Experience with setting up sensors, scanners, and vision systems is a plus. + Packaging experience in the pharmaceutical or food packaging industry is a plus. + Ability to use a computer to navigate through and understand specifications. **Why Work Here?** Join a company with a family-like culture and a climate-controlled environment. With 160 locations spanning 40 countries and 6 continents, you will be part of a global network that values its employees. **Work Environment** T-shirt, jeans, and tennis shoes are appropriate attire. The work environment is climate-controlled and humidified per government regulations. The employee will be regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and print chemicals involved in a printing environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, and the noise level in the work environment is moderately loud. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Charles, Missouri. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. 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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Saint Charles,MO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.