Apprentice Press Operator - Hands-On Print Tech

USA TODAY Co., Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

USA TODAY Co., Inc. seeks an Apprentice Press Operator in Peoria, IL to learn and perform printing tasks including reel setup, plate handling, ink setting, and maintenance as part of a press crew.

The role emphasizes reliability, shift flexibility, and teamwork to meet on-time production, quality standards, and safety. High school diploma or GED required; prior printing experience is a plus and physical conditioning is important for lifting and climbing the six-level press structure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in web offset printing desirable.
• Mechanical ability and familiarity with computers preferred.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds and push/pull up to 2000 pounds.
• Must stand and climb on a multi-level press structure; color vision required.
• Full-time shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team to achieve on-time press performance.
• Work as a team to achieve product quality standards.
• Work as a team to meet waste goals.
• Assist with plate, reel room and press operations as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. seeks an Apprentice Press Operator in Peoria, IL to learn and perform printing tasks including reel setup, plate handling, ink setting, and maintenance as part of a press crew.

The role emphasizes reliability, shift flexibility, and teamwork to meet on-time production, quality standards, and safety. High school diploma or GED required; prior printing experience is a plus and physical conditioning is important for lifting and climbing the six-level press structure.