Press Operator

Amcor LLC; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Paid training

Career development

Job summary

Amcor LLC in Appleton, WI seeks an experienced Printing Press Operator to operate, troubleshoot, and optimize printing press equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will read job orders, monitor quality, and lead Press Assistants while upholding safety standards.

This full-time role offers a 2-2-3 nights schedule (7:00pm-7:00am) with 1.5x Sunday/OT pay and a $1.20 night shift premium, plus day-one medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a printing press in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize press equipment.
• Knowledge of print quality standards, color consistency, and registration.
• Experience performing quality inspections and adjusting machines.
• Able to read production orders and specs; basic math/computation.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and optimize printing press equipment.
• Read job orders, production schedules, and specs.
• Monitor print quality and adjust to meet standards.
• Lead Press Assistants and train team members.
• Document production and quality data accurately.

Skills

Press operator

Setup & troubleshoot

Print quality standards

Quality inspections

Basic computer skills

Math & measurement

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Physical stamina

Job description

Job DescriptionLocation: Appleton, WIPay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour, based on experienceAdditional Compensation:1.5x pay for all Sunday hours worked1.5x pay for Over Time$1.20/hour night shift premiumSchedule: 2-2-3 nights (7:00pm-7:00am)Benefits Starting Day OneMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 8%Paid time off and company holidaysCareer growth and development opportunitiesPaid training and cross-training opportunitiesJoin Amcor as a Printing Press Operator and bring your press expertise to a global packaging leader. In this highly skilled manufacturing role, you'll operate, troubleshoot, and optimize printing press equipment while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. We're looking for experienced press operators who take pride in their work, can lead by example, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.What You Will DoServe as a safety leader and uphold all company safety standards and procedures.Independently operate and oversee all phases of press production, including setup, changeovers, startup, operation, troubleshooting, and shutdown.Monitor print quality and make adjustments to ensure products consistently meet customer specifications and quality standards.Read and interpret job orders, production schedules, specifications, and operating procedures.Troubleshoot mechanical, operational, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.Complete production, quality, and job documentation accurately and thoroughly.Lead and coordinate the activities of Press Assistants.Train, mentor, and support the development of less experienced team members.Support product safety, regulatory compliance, and quality requirements.Participate in continuous improvement, 5S and operational excellence initiatives.Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams to improve performance and productivity.Perform additional duties as assigned.What We Are Looking ForRequired QualificationsPrevious printing press operator experience in a manufacturing environment.Ability to independently set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize press equipment.Strong understanding of print quality standards, color consistency, registration, and production specifications.Experience performing quality inspections and making machine adjustments based on inspection results.Ability to read production orders, specifications, measurements, and technical documentation.Basic computer skills and ability to learn production software and systemsMath, measurement, and reading skillsCommitment to workplace safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform bending, climbing, reaching, and crouching as needed.Preferred QualificationsExperience in flexible packaging, film, or packaging manufacturing environments.Strong communication and problem-solving skills.Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment.Join Amcor and bring your press expertise to a team committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.Our ExpectationsWe expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and productsAccelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTubeEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the \"Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal\" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:Medical, dental and vision plansPaid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by locationCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing programs & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)