Printing Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Printing Press Operator

Job Description

Perform complex operations required to set up, operate, and feed cylinder type printing press to produce a variety of items. Operate the printing press according to company printing procedures and guidelines while ensuring quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Direct Press Helper following company printing and safety procedures.
• Set up jobs in the press and monitor the quality of the print as the press is running.
• Communicate pertinent matters of the job with the press operator from the opposite shift.
• Check first piece conformance to specifications.
• Perform daily and periodic preventative maintenance duties specified for assigned machines/equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of machines/equipment and adjacent work area.
• Utilize satellite containers for Hazardous Waste.
• Generate hazardous waste as part of the production process.
• Refer difficulties to group leader or supervisor for analysis and/or remedy.
• Ensure regular, consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Follow equipment and workplace cleaning/sanitation procedures, completing the Sanitation Checklist.
• Conduct and document all quality checks for intermediate products.
• Follow CCP monitoring procedures and report all food safety violations to management.
• Participate in performance system activities such as 5Star, Pillar Teams, and audits.
• Adhere to all safety rules and other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience with printing press, printing, flexography, manufacturing process.
• Knowledge of GMP and SOP.
• Machine operation, blueprint reading, and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in packing and print press operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform moderate to heavy physical effort.
• Good communication skills.
• Continuous mental and visual attention required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required.
• Training required on eight to eleven color presses.
• Knowledge of process printing, including screen angles, inks, solvents, and aniloxes.
• Understanding types of hazardous waste and the correct use of storage containers.
• Proper identification and labeling of hazardous waste.
• Ability to achieve high-quality standards.

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and wellbeing tools and resources. Enjoy a variety of company-paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans, tuition reimbursement, and progression planning for career growth.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a 500,000 square foot facility where safety is a top priority. The environment is extremely clean and well-organized, with a strong tenured workforce. You will be working with updated machinery and equipment in departments including print, lamination, slitting, warehouse, and maintenance. Dress code includes GMP, safety shoes, hair net, ear plugs, and safety glasses. The average employee tenure is 15 years, offering a wealth of knowledge to be shared.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.24 - $34.24/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.