Press Operator: Color Mastery & Quality Focus

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Chicago, IL seeks a Press – 1st Operator to run printing presses safely and efficiently, ensuring high-quality sheets and color accuracy. Candidates should have manufacturing experience, English proficiency, and basic math skills.

The role includes on-the-job training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within the company. The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and prior feeder/second pressman experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Mechanical/technical aptitude required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Basic math skills required.
• Working knowledge of printing presses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor printing presses efficiently and safely.
• Ensure color accuracy and print quality according to specs.
• Maintain records of production and quality data.
• Assist with press make-ready and changeovers as needed.
• Support maintenance and cleaning of the press to minimize downtime.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Math skills

Printing press knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Printing press CPC (Color Printer Control)

Job description

Graphic Packaging International in Chicago, IL seeks a Press – 1st Operator to run printing presses safely and efficiently, ensuring high-quality sheets and color accuracy. Candidates should have manufacturing experience, English proficiency, and basic math skills.

The role includes on-the-job training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within the company. The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and prior feeder/second pressman experience is preferred.