About Max Solutions
Founded by industry veterans Marc Shore and Dennis Kaltman, Max Solutions seeks to impact our customers, employees, communities and the environment through specialty packaging solutions that support the healthcare and consumer segments. We deliver this unmatched impact by investing in next-generation technology, building and supporting an exceptional team of people and never placing limits on creativity.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking an experienced Press Operator to operate our Primographic press at our Pickering facility. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring the press to produce high-quality printed board while maintaining safety, efficiency, and production standards. The Press Operator will lead the press crew and work closely with the 1st Assistant Press Operator and other team members to ensure smooth production runs and timely job changeovers.
This position is ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude, printing press experience, and a commitment to quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This job posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor the Primographic press to ensure safe, efficient production and consistent print quality
- Review job specifications and prepare the press for each production run, ensuring correct materials, inks, and components are used
- Install and oversee the setup of print cylinders, anilox rollers, sleeves, and related press components
- Monitor print quality throughout the run and make adjustments as required to maintain specifications
- Troubleshoot mechanical or print issues and take corrective action to minimize downtime
- Maintain accurate roll identification and ensure load tags and production documentation are completed correctly
- Lead and coordinate the press crew, including the 1st Assistant and press helpers
- Provide direction during press setup, production runs, and changeovers
- Ensure team members follow safety procedures and proper operating practices
- Communicate with supervisors and other departments to ensure production schedules are met
- Oversee loading and preparation of large paperboard rolls on the roll stand
- Monitor roll changes and splicing to ensure continuous production
- Ensure materials and supplies are staged and ready for upcoming jobs
- Lead press changeovers between jobs to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency
- Ensure print cylinders, anilox rollers, and press components are properly removed, cleaned, and prepared for the next run
- Oversee cleaning of ink fountains, trays, and blade systems
- Ensure the press is properly prepared for the next production run
- Ensure printed product meets quality standards and job specifications
- Identify and correct print defects quickly to reduce waste
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe press area
- Follow all company safety procedures and operating guidelines
Qualifications
- Previous experience operating a printing press in a manufacturing environment required
- Experience with Primographic or wide-web flexographic presses strongly preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to lead and coordinate a small production team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and meet production targets
Max Solutions Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Max Solutions Canada does not use artificial intelligence (AI), as defined under the applicable Ontario employment legislation and regulations, to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.
Pay: $32.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Experience:
- Printing Press Operation: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
