Experienced Sheet-Fed Press Operator — Overtime Eligible

Smurfit Westrock; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Woodridge, IL seeks a Second Press Operator to operate sheet-fed offset presses and ensure production meets customer specifications.

Starting pay is $28 per hour, with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Candidates should have 5–7 years of printing experience, solid math skills, and be able to pass color vision tests.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of printing experience required.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic computer skills including data entry.
• Ability to perform intermediate arithmetic including decimals, fractions, ratios, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to pass color hue and color vision tests.
• Ability to read a ruler and perform accurate work.
• Strong time management and self-management skills.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak periods.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various sheet-fed offset presses.
• Read and interpret work orders to determine setup specs and instructions.
• Start machines and run trial sets to verify setup accuracy.
• Monitor press operations and adjust as needed to maintain quality.
• Ensure image registration and color settings per densitometer readings.
• Follow SOPs and perform routine maintenance during runs.
• Maintain production records and transfer artwork as needed.

Skills

Printing experience

Safety rules literacy

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic

Mechanical aptitude

Color vision tests

Ruler reading

Attention to detail

Time management

Willingness to overtime

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Woodridge, IL seeks a Second Press Operator to operate sheet-fed offset presses and ensure production meets customer specifications.

Starting pay is $28 per hour, with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Candidates should have 5–7 years of printing experience, solid math skills, and be able to pass color vision tests.