Press Operator (3rd Shift)

Trotter Workforce; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Trotter Workforce in Souderton, PA is hiring a Press Operator for the 3rd shift (11pm–7am, Mon–Fri) to lead press operations and ensure high-quality output. You will oversee press performance, coordinate changeovers, train Press Assistants, and uphold safety, GMP, and production standards.

Prior press experience and a strong quality focus are required; mechanical aptitude helps with troubleshooting and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating printing/flexographic presses in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and production processes.
• Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to train and support team members in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee press operations to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Prepare and execute press changeovers to minimize downtime.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Train, mentor, and support Press Assistants on equipment operation and safety.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and waste records.
• Comply with safety, GMP, and plant policies.

Skills

Press experience

Quality awareness

Mechanical troubleshooting

Team training

Job description

Souderton, United States

Press Operator (3rd Shift - Hours 11pm-7am Monday through Friday)

Hourly rate based on experience (plus $1 differential for Overnight Shift)

Compensation will be discussed during the initial phone screen

Responsibilities

Seeking an experienced Press Operator to lead press operations for 3rd Shift team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing press performance, ensuring product quality, coordinating changeovers, and supporting the development of Press Assistants. This position plays a critical role in maintaining production efficiency, safety, and quality standards helping deliver high-quality flexible packaging products to customers.

• Operateandoversee printing press equipment to ensure safe and efficient production
• Prepare and executepress changeovers to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
• Monitor productquality throughout the production process and ensure compliance withcustomer specifications
• Train, mentor, andsupport Press Assistants on equipment operation, safety procedures, andquality standards
• Perform preventativemaintenance activities in accordance with company procedures
• Troubleshootequipment and production issues and elevate concerns when necessary
• Maintain accurateproduction, quality, and waste records
• Ensure all work iscompleted in compliance with safety, quality, GMP, and plant policies
• Maintain a clean,organized, and efficient work area
• Report safetyconcerns, equipment issues, and quality deviations immediately
• Support continuousimprovement initiatives and operational excellence efforts
• Perform other dutiesas assigned

Requirements

• Previous printingpress, flexographic press, manufacturing, or machine operation experiencerequired
• Strong understandingof quality standards and production processes
• Mechanical aptitudeand troubleshooting skills
• Ability to train andsupport team members in a manufacturing environment
• Strong attention todetail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to prioritizetasks and work effectively and safely in a fast-paced productionenvironment
• Reliable attendanceand strong safety awareness
• Basic computer andproduction documentation skills
• Ability to stand andwalk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent bending,reaching, lifting, and repetitive movements
• Ability to lift andmove materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Abilityto wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)