Lead Sheetfed Press Operator — Multi-Color UV Printing

Quad; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement

Paid time off

Holidays

Additional benefits

Job summary

Quad is hiring a Sheetfed First Press Operator for our Burlington, Wisconsin facility. You will set up and operate multi-color sheetfed offset presses, review tickets, monitor color and print quality, and help keep production running smoothly and safely.

Must have prior sheetfed offset press experience and familiarity with KBA 864 UV or Heidelberg platforms. We offer day and night shifts, starting pay at $25 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous sheetfed offset press operating experience is required.
• Experience with KBA 864 UV, Heidelberg 640, 1040, or 1240 preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sheetfed offset printing and print quality standards.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read job tickets, specifications, and operating procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-color sheetfed offset presses.
• Review job tickets, materials, plates, inks, and production requirements.
• Monitor and adjust color, registration, image placement, and print quality.
• Troubleshoot press issues and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Identify and isolate non-conforming materials.
• Train and support Press Operators and Press Assistants as needed.
• Follow all safety, quality, food safety, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Sheetfed experience

Color quality control

Troubleshooting

Reading job tickets

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-focused

Tools

KBA 864 UV

Heidelberg 640

Heidelberg 1040

Heidelberg 1240

Job description

Quad is hiring a Sheetfed First Press Operator for our Burlington, Wisconsin facility. You will set up and operate multi-color sheetfed offset presses, review tickets, monitor color and print quality, and help keep production running smoothly and safely.

Must have prior sheetfed offset press experience and familiarity with KBA 864 UV or Heidelberg platforms. We offer day and night shifts, starting pay at $25 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package.