Digital Printing Press Operator — Color-Accurate Packaging

Amrize; Waukesha (WI); Remote; USD 53,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Retirement Savings

Healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. is seeking a Digital Printing Press Operator to support on-site production for labels, packaging, and marketing collateral. You will prepare files in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, set up presses, and ensure color accuracy and brand consistency across materials.

The role requires 1–3 years in digital printing, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. On-site hours are Monday–Friday, with a morning shift.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in digital printing or print production.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong attention to detail with high standards for print quality and brand consistency.
• Proficiency with digital press technology and RIP software (Fiery).
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud tools (InDesign, Illustrator) and Canva.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and interpret job tickets, organize production workflow, and set up digital press equipment.
• Operate digital printing presses while monitoring output for print quality and color accuracy.
• Perform color calibration and color management adjustments to meet brand standards.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical or software issues and perform routine press maintenance.
• Print labels, marketing literature, training materials, and related collateral.

Skills

Digital printing

Press operator

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Color management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fiery RIP

BarTender

Google Workspace

Canva Pro

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join the Gaco team, a trusted name in building envelope solutions with a heritage dating back to 1955.

We’re seeking a Digital Printing Press Operator who’s ready to be part of a company committed to formulating everyday success for every customer through innovative, reliable products used to adhere, seal, and protect at every level of the building envelope.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Digital Press Operator to support manufacturing, marketing, and sales operations through pre-press file preparation, digital printing, and production support. The ideal candidate is highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, with hands-on experience operating and maintaining digital printing presses.

This on-site, hourly position requires strong technical expertise in preparing and producing consumer product labels, packaging, and marketing literature while ensuring color accuracy, print quality, and brand consistency across all materials. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors are essential.

Pay Rate: $29.86 Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am to 3pm, Friday 6 am 12pm

WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH

• Prepare and interpret job tickets, organize production workflow, and set up digital press equipment
• Prepare pre-press files for production using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, ensuring accuracy, print readiness, and brand consistency across all materials.
• Operate digital printing presses while monitoring output for print quality, color accuracy, and consistency throughout production runs.
• Perform color calibration, color matching, and color management adjustments to meet brand standards and production requirements.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical, software, and print quality issues while performing routine press maintenance, including cleaning, calibration, and preventative upkeep.
• Operate finishing and bindery equipment, including cutting, folding, shrinkwrapping, laminating, and binding for completed materials.
• Print consumer product labels, GHS labels, marketing literature, training materials, and other branded collateral supporting manufacturing and sales operations.
• Design and print sample labels, in-house signage, internal labels, and marketing literature while maintaining visual consistency with established brand standards.
• Print, assemble, and bind training books and presentation materials for internal and external events, meetings, and trainings.
• Manage print queues, maintain production logs, and monitor inventory levels for paper, ink, substrates, and related production supplies.
• Coordinate with external vendors to place orders, manage material procurement, and maintain strong vendor relationships to support production timelines and quality expectations.
• Utilize BarTender software to generate and print compliant GHS labels and variable data labels as required.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Proficiency with digital press technology, RIP software (such as Fiery), and digital print production workflows.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Canva Pro.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain high standards for print quality, color accuracy, and brand consistency.
• Experience performing routine digital press maintenance and troubleshooting minor mechanical or software issues.
• Understanding of different paper stocks, substrates, finishes, and print material applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• 1–3 years of experience in digital printing or print production
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and move materials weighing 50–75 lbs., including the use of lifting assistance devices when required.
• Ability to distinguish color variations and accurately match colors to Pantone and print standards.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, squat, and kneel as required to operate and maintain equipment and manage production materials.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Compensation
• Retirement Savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
• Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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