Large Press

Piworld; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Piworld in Wood Dale, IL is seeking a Lead Pressman to operate and supervise multi-color offset presses, ensuring color accuracy and efficient workflow on the first shift.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years of hands-on press experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to train crew while meeting tight deadlines. Direct hire with medical, dental, and vision benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Experience operating multi-color offset presses and ensuring color accuracy.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills to diagnose issues and keep lines running.
• PMS/color matching and precise registration skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calibrate, and operate multi-color printing presses.
• Monitor print runs to ensure color consistency, registration, and alignment.
• Direct, train, and mentor press crew to maintain workflow and quality.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, perform routine maintenance, and replace worn components.

Skills

Multicolor offset press operation

Mechanical troubleshooting

PMS/color matching

Tools

Heidelberg

Komori

Job description

Lead Pressman - Wood Dale, IL area

Job Duties:

• Prepare, calibrate, and operate multi-color printing presses and auxiliary equipment according to job orders
• Monitor print runs to ensure color consistency, correct registration, and alignment using tools PMS (Pantone Matching System)
• Direct, train, and mentor assistant pressmen, feeder operators, and crew members to build an efficient team workflow
• Diagnose mechanical issues, clear jams, perform routine maintenance, and replace worn components like blankets or plates
• Review specifications, track daily shift results, manage inventory of inks/substrates, and complete production logs
• 3 to 5+ years of hands‑on experience operating sheet‑fed printing presses
• Strong mechanical aptitude, color matching expertise, and ability to read precise measurements
• Proven ability to manage a small crew, communicate across departments, and solve problems quickly under tight deadlines
• Ability to stand for long shifts, walk, and lift heavy materials (50 lbs)
• Experience with Heidelberg or Komori offset presses
• UV ink printing experience

Position Summary

Shift: 1st shift

Pay: $25-$32/hour

Employment: Direct hire

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision

Experience: 3-5+ years operating sheetfed or web offset presses

Key qualifications

• Multi-color offset press operation experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• PMS/color matching and registration experience