Press Operator - Day Shift

Inland; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K match

Profit sharing

Uniforms & PPE

Annual wage increases

Training & advancement

Job summary

Inland Packaging in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Press Operator for the day shift to join a fast-paced, technology-driven manufacturing team. You will help produce high-quality packaging and label products alongside an experienced press team and receive on-the-job training in a collaborative environment.

The starting wage is $23.96 per hour with rotating 12-hour shifts including every other weekend. The role emphasizes attention to detail, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities for training,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good math and computer skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists Lead Operator with production of the job run.
• Monitor print quality and color consistency throughout the production process.
• Assist with inventory management for inks and production supplies.
• Cross-trains with Lead Press Operator to learn the functionality of the Offset Press.
• Works as a team member to meet production and company goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Computer skills

Problem solving

Growth mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Press Operator - Day Shift

Regular Full-Time Manual Labor La Crosse, WI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3030

What We Do At Inland:

Build a hands-on manufacturing career with Inland Packaging, a family-owned label and packaging manufacturer committed to innovation, quality, and employee growth. As a global supplier producing 25 billion labels annually for well-known brands including Kraft Heinz, New Glarus Brewing, Purina, AriZona, and Coors Light, we combine local roots with global impact.
As a Press Operator, you’ll help produce high-quality packaging and label products while working alongside an experienced press team in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. With state-of-the-art equipment, comprehensive on-the-job training, and opportunities to build your skills and advance your career, Inland is a place where your work makes a difference.

Starting Wage: $23.96

Work Schedule: Rotating 12-Hour Shifts including every other weekend:

• Week Two: Monday, Tuesday, Friday

What You’ll Do

The Press Operator is responsible for tasks that include:

• Assists Lead Operator with production of the job run.
• Monitor print quality and color consistency throughout the production process.
• Assist with inventory management for inks and production supplies.
• Cross-trains with Lead Press Operator to learn the functionality of the Offset Press.
• Works as a team member to meet production and company goals.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or general education degree required
• 2 or more years of manufacturing experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good math and computer skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute in a production environment.

Why Join Inland?

• Shift Differential
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Uniforms, PPE, and Footwear
• Annual Wage Increases
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and skill development

Physical Requirements: Must meet physical demands identified in work screen protocol, this includes lifting up to 70 pounds and pushing/pulling up to 90 pounds on an occasional basis; Vision corrected to 20/40; Must pass Ishihara Color Assessment.

About the Environment

You’ll work in a collaborative manufacturing environment where quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are key. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to build your skills while contributing to products used by customers across the country.

Join Inland Packaging and help create innovative packaging solutions while building a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.