Large Press

Piworld; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) plans

Job summary

Piworld is seeking a Lead Pressman for the 2nd shift in the Park Ridge, IL area. The role offers $35-$40 per hour with medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans. You will operate and optimize multi-color offset presses, lead the press crew, and ensure quality and efficiency in production.

Responsibilities include setup, color control, maintenance, and accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates have extensive offset press experience (Heidelberg/Komori/Mitsubishi) and strong color theory knowledge,

Qualifications

• Experience with offset printing presses (Heidelberg/Komori/Mitsubishi).
• Strong color theory, ink, and paper knowledge.
• Ability to stand for long periods and move around heavy machinery.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturing instructions and tickets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all setup activities: loading stock, setting ink keys, mounting plates, and ensuring accurate registration and color density.
• Make final color and print quality decisions for consistency and appearance.
• Direct 2nd pressmen and feeders in daily operations, workflows, and safety procedures.
• Perform routine and advanced maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting of press issues.
• Maintain accurate production records including waste, run speeds, and downtime.

Skills

Offset printing

Color theory

Physical stamina

Read job tickets

Job description

Lead Pressman - Direct Hire - 2nd shift

Park Ridge, IL area - $35-$40 per hour

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401 K plans

Lead Pressmanoperates and optimizes multi-color offset presses to produce high-quality print and packaging. They are responsible for job setup (mounting plates, ink keys), maintaining color consistency, troubleshooting, performing maintenance, and leading the press crew.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Press Operation & Setup:Lead all setup activities, including, but not limited to, loading stock, setting ink keys, mounting plates, and ensuring accurate registration and color density.
• Quality Control:Make final quality decisions regarding color, registration, and overall print appearance.
• Crew Leadership:Direct 2nd pressmen and feeders in daily operations, workflow, and safety procedures.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting:Perform routine and advanced maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting of mechanical or technical press issues.
• Documentation:Maintain accurate production records, including, but not limited to, waste, run speeds, and downtime.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience:Extensive experience in offset printing, specifically with Heidelberg, Komori, or Mitsubishi presses.
• Technical Knowledge:Strong understanding of color theory, UV/conventional inks, and paper stock.
• Physical Stamina:Ability to stand, bend, and move continuously around heavy machinery.
• Read job tickets and follow manufacturing instructions.