Press Operator

Paylocity; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision packages

Paid maternity and parental leave

Company-paid short-term disability and

Life insurance

Critical illness coverage

Retirement benefits with company match

Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

Job summary

Forum Communications Printing is seeking a dedicated printing press operator to set up, operate, and maintain presses, ensuring quality outputs for diverse print jobs in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with web presses, mechanical aptitude, and a strong attention to detail. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team culture in the Upper Midwest.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating a web press preferred (Goss or DGM).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain printing presses.
• Monitor the printing process to maintain print quality and consistency.
• Ensure final print meets quality standards and client specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on printing equipment and keep area clean.
• Collaborate with other team members.
• Abide by OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Skills

Web press operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

With locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota, Forum Communications Printing addresses commercial printing and mailing needs with our high-quality print and mail solutions. Services include magazine, catalog, book, and tradeshow printing, brochures, direct mailers, postcards, variable data printing, statements, glossy inserts, annual reports, fulfillment, first class mail pick-up, and print & digital publications. Forum Communications Printing is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation, family-owned, Upper Midwest media company.

Essential Functions

• Set up, operate, and maintain printing presses.
• Monitor the printing process to maintain print quality and consistency.
• Ensure that the final print meets quality standards and client specifications.
• Responsible for routine maintenance on printing equipment and general housekeeping.
• Collaborate with other team members.
• Abide by all OSHA regulations and other established company safety policies.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Non-Essential Duties and Functions

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a web press is preferred (Goss or DGM).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Expected compensation for this role is between $20 - $23/hour, based on qualifications and experience.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.