Press Operator

Electrical Automation Services; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a dependable Press Operator to join our established production team in Illinois. This full-time role operates lithographic decorating equipment and handles plate changes, inks, and material setup to maintain print quality and reduce scrap.

Overtime applies after 40 hours; double time after 48 hours; weekend work and shift rotation are required. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, prefer prior lithographic printing experience, and be able

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Previous lithographic printing experience preferred.
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift, including weekends.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Effective communication with teammates and management.

Responsibilities

• Operate can decorators lithographic decorating equipment to maintain print quality.
• Change plates, inks and materials for production changeovers.
• Monitor print quality and identify material-related issues.
• Document issues and assist with timely resolutions.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean work area.
• Assist in inventory of production supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a dependable Press Operator to join a stable, long-established production team with no history of layoffs. This role is responsible for safely operating lithographic decorating equipment, maintaining print quality, and supporting production changeovers on a can decorating line. This is a full-time position offering long-term career stability within a strong, established team.This role works a 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM shift (12-hour shifts) on an alternating schedule that changes weekly, and includes required weekend work. Shifts may be traded with similarly trained teammates as needed. Overtime is paid after 40 hours per week, and double time is paid after 48 hours per week.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain can decorators to ensure optimum print quality.Change plates, inks, and other materials for production changeovers.Safely operate lithographic decorating equipment to maximize production output.Monitor print quality and identify material-related issues.Document material issues and work toward timely resolution.Communicate equipment and production concerns with production personnel, management, and the Director of Lithography.Work with production personnel to contain suspect or rejected products.Perform random quality inspections throughout production.Determine production supply needs and secure required materials.Document work performed, errors, and equipment faults.Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce scrap and waste.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.Complete assigned work accurately and on time.Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory levels of production supplies.Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, local, and customer requirements.Follow all company safety policies and procedures.Foster strong working relationships by communicating issues and sharing ideas with teammates.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsHigh School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.Previous lithographic printing experience preferred.Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule, including weekends and shift rotations.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.Ability to communicate effectively with teammates, production staff, and management.Benefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insurance