Lead Web Press Operators

W3Global; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in New Philadelphia, OH is seeking a Lead Web Press Operator to drive efficient, high-quality production on-site. You will supervise press crews, monitor output quality, and coordinate with pre-press and bindery teams to meet schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and training of press staff. Candidates should have lead experience and strong troubleshooting skills in a commercial printing environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating and maintaining web press equipment.
• Experience managing ink, paper, and registration for consistent output.
• Strong quality control practices with documentation.
• Troubleshooting mechanical, technical, and process issues on the press line.
• Pre-press knowledge including plates, files, and workflows.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience in a printing environment.
• Ability to lift and move materials and sustain long shifts safely.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.
• Flexibility for overtime based on production needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead press crews to meet daily production targets.
• Monitor print quality and adjust settings as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs.
• Coordinate with pre-press and bindery teams.
• Identify and resolve mechanical or process issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and staff training.

Skills

Machine operation

Press setup

Maintenance

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Pre-press knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

The Lead Web Press Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in New Philadelphia, OH. This position oversees the setup, calibration, and operation of web press equipment to ensure high-quality, efficient production runs. Daily responsibilities include leading press crews, monitoring print quality, performing routine maintenance, and coordinating with pre-press and bindery teams to meet production schedules. The role involves identifying and resolving mechanical or process issues, optimizing press performance, and ensuring that safety and quality standards are consistently met. The Lead Web Press Operator also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and supports training and development of press staff.

Qualifications

• Strong machine operation skills, including setup, adjustment, and maintenance of web press equipment.
• Experience in printing processes, with the ability to manage ink, paper, and registration for consistent output quality.
• Proficiency in quality control practices, including inspection, measurement, and documentation to meet production standards.
• Troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve mechanical, technical, and process-related issues on the press line.
• Pre-press knowledge, including understanding of plates, files, and workflows to ensure accurate and efficient press runs.
• Previous experience in a commercial or publication printing environment, preferably in a lead or supervisory role.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required, stand for extended periods, and work safely around industrial equipment.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced production setting.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, including possible overtime, based on production needs.