2nd Shift Printing Press Operator - Detail Oriented & Reliable

Adecco; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

Adecco in Guilford, CT is seeking a dependable Press Operator to join a fast-paced printing and manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and monitor printing press equipment, ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has machine-operating or printing experience, strong attention to detail, and can identify and correct basic equipment or quality issues during production. This is a 2nd shift role, Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM–2:00 AM, paid at $22 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous printing press, machine-operating, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Flexographic, gravure, rotary letterpress, die-cutting, or related printing experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn production equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, job specifications, and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to recognize printing defects and make basic machine adjustments.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to complete production records accurately.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work the full second-shift schedule.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented production environment.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor printing press equipment according to production work orders.
• Load raw materials and ensure materials are properly aligned and fed into the press.
• Review job specifications before beginning each production run.
• Monitor press performance throughout the shift to maintain consistent production output.
• Inspect printed materials for color, registration, alignment, defects, and overall quality.
• Make basic machine adjustments as needed to maintain product specifications.
• Identify equipment, material, or quality concerns and communicate them to the supervisor.
• Complete required production records, quality checks, and material-usage documentation.
• Perform routine machine inspections and basic preventive maintenance.
• Assist with cleaning presses, removing waste, and preparing equipment for the next production run.
• Maintain an organized supply of materials needed for assigned jobs.
• Minimize material waste and machine downtime whenever possible.
• Follow all established production procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work cooperatively with press assistants, quality personnel, and production supervisors.
• Cross-train on additional equipment and complete other production duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Quality awareness

Math and measurement

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Adecco in Guilford, CT is seeking a dependable Press Operator to join a fast-paced printing and manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and monitor printing press equipment, ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has machine-operating or printing experience, strong attention to detail, and can identify and correct basic equipment or quality issues during production. This is a 2nd shift role, Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM–2:00 AM, paid at $22 per hour.