Finishing Machine Operator

DWS Printing & Packaging is a family-owned, 5th-generation leading label supplier with a long-standing reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to client specifications and quality standards. With deep roots in the printing industry and a tradition passed down through generations, DWS produces premium printed labels for a wide range of industries. Our pressroom is the heart of the company: a team-driven environment where skill, precision, and pride in the work come together every day.

DWS Printing & Packaging is seeking a full-time Finishing Machine Operator to join the team in Deer Park, New York. Reporting directly to the Finishing Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for converting post-press products into finished, customer-ready labels and ensuring the highest quality work is delivered to our customers.The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to learn.

The company offers a competitive salary and benefit package, which includes health insurance, a 401(K) program, and two weeks of vacation.

Job Description: The candidate will:

• Operate finishing machines to convert post-press product into finished product by following job ticket instructions.
  

• Set up machines to cut, slit, and rewind labels to specific customer requirements.
  

• Perform and document quality checks throughout each run to ensure compliance with company standards and customer specifications.
  

• Retrieve cores, boxes, and other supplies and materials needed for the machine and daily operation.
  

• Inspect equipment for defects and perform routine maintenance duties as necessary.
  

• Read and follow written job tickets and work instructions, and comprehend verbal direction from the Finishing Supervisor.
  

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
  

• Safely and efficiently perform all essential job functions in accordance with company policies and operating procedures.
  

• Assist with other production department tasks as required.
  

• Meet all attendance and performance expectations.
  

Requirements

Requirements: The candidate must:

• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn new processes
  

• Be detail-oriented and capable of following standard work instructions.
  

• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Be capable of working both independently and collaboratively with a team.
  

• Be able to read, write, and speak English to interpret job tickets, follow written work instructions and safety procedures, and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
  

• Be able to stand for 8-hour shifts and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable assistance.
  

• Be able to use a hand pallet jack.
  

• Maintain a safety-first mindset and respect for machinery and equipment.
  

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  

• Prior experience in printing, finishing, or a manufacturing/machine operator role is preferred but not mandatory.
  

Benefits

Benefits:

• Health insurance
  

• 401(K) program
  

• Two weeks of vacation