1st Shift Machine Operator Trainee - Ink Production

Quad; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Holidays and additional benefits

Job summary

Quad is hiring a Machine Operator Trainee at our CR/T facility in Hartford, WI. You will learn to operate ink production equipment and participate in the manufacturing of specialty inks and coatings. Training is paid and on-the-job, with overtime opportunities and year-round work.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, reliability, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. It is a Monday–Friday, on-site position with opportunities to grow within the manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English to safely perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate ink production equipment and manufacturing systems.
• Load raw materials and monitor production processes.
• Help produce specialty inks, coatings, and related materials.
• Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment (training provided).
• Unload tanker trucks and railcars.
• Monitor equipment and report production issues.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Problem solving

Teamwork

English literacy

Job description

As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best - for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Machine Operator Trainee – Ink Production

Location: Quad - Chemical Research & Technology (CR/T) Facility, Hartford, WI

Pay: Starting at $20.00 / hour or more, based on relevant experience and work history

Schedule

• Day Shift: 7:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Monday-Friday
• Overtime opportunities available

Experience Preferred: Previous manufacturing, machine operating, warehouse, forklift, or industrial experience is helpful, but not required. We provide paid, hands-on training for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and build a career in manufacturing.

Please Note: This position is located at Quad's Chemical Research & Technology (CR/T) facility in Hartford, WI—not the Quad print manufacturing campus off Highway 60.

Start a Career in Ink Production

Quad's Chemical Research & Technology (CR/T) operation manufactures specialized inks and coatings used throughout our nationwide printing network.

As a Machine Operator Trainee, you'll learn the equipment and processes behind our ink dispersion operation while earning $20.00 / hour. If you're mechanically inclined, dependable, and ready to learn, we'll provide the training.

What You'll Do

• Learn to operate ink production equipment and manufacturing systems.
• Load raw materials and monitor production processes.
• Help produce specialty inks, coatings, and related materials.
• Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment (training provided).
• Unload tanker trucks and railcars.
• Monitor equipment and report production issues.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

]What We're Looking For

• Manufacturing, production, machine operating, warehouse, forklift, or industrial experience is a plus but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work the Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-3:00 pm schedule.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English to safely perform job duties and follow work instructions.
• Forklift experience is a plus; training is available.

Why Quad CR/T?

This is an opportunity to learn a specialized manufacturing process while building skills that can lead to long-term career growth.

You'll get paid hands-on training, overtime opportunities, and stable year-round work with a company that invests in its people.

Learn The Skills. Build The Career.

If you're ready to learn, work hard, and build a career in manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you.

We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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