Printing Pressman

Behind every high-quality printed product is a skilled Pressman who keeps production running safely, efficiently, and consistently. Dart's Scarborough manufacturing facility is adding a Print Pressman to support the operation, setup, and troubleshooting of our flexographic printing presses while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and productivity.

If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the opportunity for you.

• Location: Scarborough, ON | 2121 Markham Road, M1B 2W3
• Starting Rate: $32.21/hour (fixed & non-negotiable)
• Shift: 8-hour / COP Schedule | All Shifts Required

What You'll Do...

You'll be responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of flexographic printing equipment. Your day-to-day will include:

• Operating flexographic printing presses while adhering to all safety and GMP standards
• Identifying print defects and implementing appropriate corrective actions
• Installing, preparing, and troubleshooting doctor blade systems ("doctor heads")
• Installing, preparing, and troubleshooting ink pump systems
• Performing butt splices, roll changes, press setup, wash-ups, ink returns, and equipment cleaning
• Conducting pH and viscosity checks to ensure print quality standards are maintained
• Loading rolls into unwind stations and completing splices as required
• Handling, staging, and managing inks throughout the production process
• Making machine adjustments including web guides, paper edges, slitting knives, oven temperatures, and treaters
• Completing production and quality documentation accurately and on time
• Supporting equipment cleanliness, printing plate maintenance, and overall press performance
• Collaborating with Production, Quality, and Plant leadership to meet operational goals

What You'll Need...

• Strong commitment to safety, attendance, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to successfully complete a technical assessment measuring mechanical aptitude
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably within printing or packaging operations
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical equipment issues
• Proficient use of hand tools and production equipment
• Ability to work in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Strong visual acuity, including the ability to accurately distinguish colors
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with basic computer proficiency
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including heavy lifting, climbing, clearing machine jams, and handling rolls weighing up to 600 lbs using proper equipment and procedures

Schedule & Union Environment

This is a unionized position, and union membership is mandatory upon successful completion of the probationary period.

• The role follows an 8-hour / COP schedule
• Availability for all shifts is required
• Shifts are assigned based on union seniority and existing preferences

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at any stage of the recruitment, assessment, or hiring process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by human decision-makers.