Job Description
Location: Farmingdale Industry: Digital Printing, Flexible Packaging, Folding Cartons & Pouch Manufacturing Position Summary We are seeking a motivated and mechanically inclined HP Digital Industrial Printing Pressman Apprentice to join our high-volume packaging production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in the printing and packaging industry while training alongside experienced press operators on state-of-the-art HP digital industrial printing equipment. The apprentice will learn all aspects of digital press operation, setup, maintenance, quality control, workflow management, and production efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing flexible packaging, folding cartons, and pouches for a wide range of consumer products. This role offers strong potential for advancement into Lead Press Operator, Production Supervisor, Color Specialist, or other manufacturing leadership positions. Key Responsibilities Assist senior press operators with setup, operation, and shutdown of HP digital industrial printing presses Learn press calibration, color management, registration, and print quality standards Prepare substrates, inks, coatings, and production materials for scheduled jobs Monitor print runs to ensure quality, consistency, and production efficiency Inspect finished materials for color accuracy, defects, and customer specifications Perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of press equipment Maintain accurate production records and job documentation Follow all company safety procedures, GMP standards, and housekeeping requirements Collaborate with prepress, finishing, pouching, laminating, and quality teams to ensure on-time production Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction and productivity Qualifications Preferred Skills & Experience High school diploma or GED required Technical school, vocational training, or printing/manufacturing experience preferred Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn industrial equipment Strong attention to detail and color consistency Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Basic computer skills and comfort working with digital production systems Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods Ideal Candidate Motivated to grow within the printing and packaging industry Dependable with strong work ethic and positive attitude Interested in industrial technology and production operations Comfortable working around machinery and production equipment What We Offer Hands-on training with advanced HP digital printing technology Career growth and advancement opportunities Stable, high-volume manufacturing environment Competitive compensation Overtime opportunities Benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement options (if applicable) Opportunity to become a certified/lead digital press operator Career Path Opportunities Successful apprentices may advance into roles such as: Digital Press Operator Senior HP Pressman Production Lead Color Management Specialist Manufacturing Supervisor Print Operations Manager Work Environment Manufacturing/production facility environment Exposure to industrial machinery, inks, coatings, and packaging materials Standing, lifting, bending, and repetitive motion required Shift flexibility may be required depending on production schedules