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By Kellsie Fink | Flexo Finders & PrintConvert Network In the competitive world of printing and packaging, it takes more than just a strong salary and benefits package to attract top talent—especially for skilled press operators, supervisors, and technicians who often have multiple job opportunities to consider. One often overlooked but incredibly impactful tool in the recruiting process is the plant tour. While clients sometimes view plant tours as a final step before an off

In today’s competitive printing and packaging industry, your equipment matters — but your people  matter more. Press operators, die...

In the printing and packaging industry, there's been a significant shift over the past few years--while skilled press operators, supervisors, and maintenance techs remain in high demand, there’s a new player rising in importance: R&D professionals focused on ink, coatings, and packaging materials. From sustainability initiatives to performance-driven product innovation, companies are looking beyond production efficiency and into the science behind what they print and package.

By Shannon Polaski-Buchholz, Founder of Flexo Finders & Print Pack Careers The hiring landscape in the printing and packaging industry...

By Shannon Polaski-Buchholz, Owner of Flexo Finders Strong Teams. Sharp Prints. Smiling Faces. 👊 In the fast-paced world of printing and...

If you're interviewing for a job in printing or packaging—whether it's operating a flexo press, managing a converting team, or...

Why Your Hiring Process Might Be Turning Off Top Talent When your top candidate walks out mid-process… because the hiring team took...

In today’s competitive hiring landscape, it’s no secret that big-name companies in printing and packaging often have the upper...

In today’s tight labor market—especially within the flexographic printing and packaging industries—holding out for the “perfect deal” on...

If you work in the printing or packaging world — whether you’re a flexo press operator, slitter/rewinder, die cutter, or even a production supervisor — you know how fast-paced this industry can be. But when it comes time to make a career move, many packaging professionals hit a wall when updating their resumes. As a recruiter who specializes in placing skilled candidates in the printing and packaging industry, I've seen thousands of resumes — and I can tell you firsthand: a s

By Shannon Polaski-Buchholz, Founder – Flexo Finders & Print Pack Careers The printing and packaging industry is at a major turning...

You know those days. The ones that start with a missed alarm and go downhill from there. Emails piling up, coworkers snapping, projects...

The packaging industry plays a critical role in how consumers interact with products daily. While innovations in packaging have made...

The printing industry—especially the flexographic (flexo) sector—remains essential to packaging, labeling, and branding across every...

The packaging industry is at the forefront of one of today’s biggest global challenges: sustainability. As a recruiter in this space,...

The printing and packaging industry  is constantly evolving, with new technologies, materials, and customer expectations  shaping the...

In today's fast-paced digital era, e-commerce has become a dominant force which is reshaping the packaging industry. But how exactly has...

The flexographic printing industry is evolving rapidly, with new technologies, sustainability initiatives, and shifting workforce...

As a recruiter in the printing and packaging industry, I've had the privilege of working with some incredibly talented individuals and companies. One thing that's become apparent to me over the years is that the most successful businesses are the ones that invest in their employees' growth and development. Continuous education opportunities are crucial for growing skills, advancing careers, and retaining top talent. A former classroom teacher myself, I recognize the profound

The printing and packaging industry has long been a cornerstone of manufacturing, yet hiring managers today face unprecedented challenges...