Lead Press Operator: Ink QC & Safety Leader

Energy Jobline ZR; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

All About Personnel is seeking an experienced ink technician / press helper for a production facility in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will prepare inks, varnishes, hot melt, and substrates, and support press operations with registration and quality checks.

You will monitor viscosity, follow safety rules, HACCP, GMP, BRC, and company procedures. Duties include assisting with cylinder changes, press cleaning, waste disposal, and teamwork with the 3rd Press Operator as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical degree, or equivalent experience.
• Two years of experience as an ink technician or press helper.
• Completion of Emsur's 3rd Press Operator training plan.
• Forklift operation and measurement knowledge.
• English proficiency, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and 5S standards.
• Monitor ink and varnish viscosity and complete required documentation.
• Prepare inks, varnishes, hot melt, and substrates for production.
• Support ink adjustments, registration, and printing quality checks.
• Identify and report printing defects and nonconforming products.
• Assist with cylinder changes, knife adjustments, and press cleaning.
• Maintain ink room organization and proper waste disposal.
• Train and assist the 3rd Press Operator as needed.
• Follow HACCP, GMP, BRC, and company procedures.
• Complete other duties assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

English proficiency

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree

Tools

Forklift operation

Measurement knowledge

Job description

All About Personnel is seeking an experienced ink technician / press helper for a production facility in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will prepare inks, varnishes, hot melt, and substrates, and support press operations with registration and quality checks.

You will monitor viscosity, follow safety rules, HACCP, GMP, BRC, and company procedures. Duties include assisting with cylinder changes, press cleaning, waste disposal, and teamwork with the 3rd Press Operator as needed.