Press Operator Apprentice: Start Your Print Career

Lewisburg Patterson Company; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewisburg Patterson Company in Decatur, IL is seeking a Pressman-in-Training to safely learn press operation alongside an experienced Press Operator. You will learn setup, material handling, quality standards, troubleshooting, and safe work practices while progressively taking on more responsibilities.

This program emphasizes hands-on training, safety, and teamwork, with progression to independent operation once competency is demonstrated. Shift during training: Tue–Thu 6:00am–6:00pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude or interest in learning machine operation.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to learn.
• Ability to learn new equipment, processes, and computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Learn safe operation of assigned press equipment alongside an experienced operator.
• Assist with press setup and job changes under guidance.
• Learn to identify materials used in production and prepare press for production.
• Support loading, feeding, and quality checks during production.
• Progressively take on additional press responsibilities as training allows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Ability to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lewisburg Patterson Company in Decatur, IL is seeking a Pressman-in-Training to safely learn press operation alongside an experienced Press Operator. You will learn setup, material handling, quality standards, troubleshooting, and safe work practices while progressively taking on more responsibilities.

This program emphasizes hands-on training, safety, and teamwork, with progression to independent operation once competency is demonstrated. Shift during training: Tue–Thu 6:00am–6:00pm.