North York, On Press helpers Jobs – 10 Openings This Week

Lead Flexographic Press Operator
Gather Packaging —North York, ON
- $35–$45 an hour
- Overtime
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Brake Press Operator
VPS —Woodbridge, ON
- $20–$25 an hour
- Immediate opening
- In-person
- Leadership
- Mechanical knowledge
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Production Support
The Record Jacket Corporation —Toronto, ON
- $22 an hour
- Overtime
- Warehouse experience
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
Pre-Press Helper / General Labor
Premier Packaging —Mississauga, ON
- From $17.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
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Primo/Flexographic Press Operator
Max Solutions, Inc. —Pickering, ON
- $32–$38 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Press Operator
Labelink —Mississauga, ON
- $19.95 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Bilingual
- English
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Lead Flexographic Press Operator

Gather Packaging
North York, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$35–$45 an hour

Qualifications

Communication skills

Full job description

About Gather Packaging

Gather Packaging is a modern paper bag manufacturing company based in Toronto, specializing in high-quality printed paper shopping bags and sustainable packaging for major retail, grocery, and restaurant brands across North America.

We are proudly backed by Progress Luv2Pak, a family-owned Canadian packaging company with over 100 years of industry experience. With this strong foundation behind us, Gather Packaging is building one of the most advanced, fully integrated paper bag manufacturing operations in the country.

Our facility focuses on large-format flexographic printing on white and kraft paper substrates, producing premium paper bags for brands that require strong print quality, reliable production, and consistent execution.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced flexographic printer who is looking to take ownership of the press, support a growing production team, and build a long-term career with a company investing in North American manufacturing.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Lead Flexographic Press Operator to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining inline flexographic printing presses used to produce high-quality printed paper bags. This role requires strong technical knowledge of flexographic printing, colour matching, print registration, paper substrates, and press troubleshooting.

As the lead operator, you will take full responsibility for the press and crew during production, ensuring jobs are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and to specification. You will work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and management teams to support daily output, improve print consistency, and help train developing operators.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate inline flexographic printing presses for paper bag production
Print on white kraft, natural kraft, and other uncoated paper substrates
Lead the press crew during setup, production, changeovers, and cleanup
Review job specifications, artwork, plates, inks, and production requirements before each run
Mix inks accurately and match colours to approved standards
Use colour tools, such as Nix or similar devices, to verify accuracy and consistency
Monitor print quality throughout each run and make necessary adjustments
Maintain strong registration, colour consistency, ink coverage, and overall print quality
Troubleshoot print defects, mechanical issues, substrate concerns, and ink-related problems
Perform routine press maintenance, cleaning, and basic adjustments
Support efficient make-ready, reduced waste, and strong daily production output
Communicate clearly with production, quality, maintenance, and management teams
Train, guide, and support other operators or helpers on the press
Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a clean, organized, and safety-first workspace

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of experience operating flexographic printing presses
Inline / Unitized flexographic press experience strongly preferred
Experience with large-format flexographic printing considered a strong asset
Strong understanding of print registration, ink mixing, colour matching, and press setup
Experience printing on paper substrates, especially uncoated kraft paper, is preferred
Experience with water-based inks preferred
Able to identify and troubleshoot common print defects and press issues
Mechanically inclined and comfortable making minor press adjustments
Able to lead a press crew and take ownership of production quality and output
Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as required

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Opportunity for overtime
6% vacation pay
Statutory holidays
Paid sick days
Medical insurance
RRSP matching up to 3%
Clean, modern, and safety-first production facility
Opportunity to take ownership of a key production role
Training and support from experienced team members
Long-term growth opportunity with a developing manufacturing company
Backing of Progress Luv2Pak, a stable and respected Canadian packaging company with over 100 years of industry experience

Why Join Gather Packaging?

This is not just another press operator position. Gather Packaging is growing, investing in domestic paper bag manufacturing, and building a strong team from the ground up.

For the right person, this role offers the opportunity to become a key technical leader on the production floor, help shape print standards, support operator development, and grow with the company as we expand.

If you are an experienced flexographic printer who takes pride in craftsmanship, print quality, reliability, and leading by example, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care

Experience:

Flexographic Printer: 5 years (required)
Water-based inks and paper substrates: 5 years (required)
Ink mixing, color matching, and print registration: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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