Pressroom Operator

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering; Niles (IL); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering seeks an experienced Press Operator to set up, operate, and maintain printing presses ensuring quality and customer specs. You will monitor runs, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance in a hands-on role within a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of press operating experience, strong setup/maintenance knowledge, and the ability to read job orders and specs.

Formación

• 2+ years of printing press operating experience
• Strong knowledge of press setup, operation, and maintenance
• Ability to read job orders and production specifications
• Able to use measuring tools to verify print quality and alignment
• High school diploma or GED required
• Detail-oriented with strong mechanical aptitude

Responsabilidades

• Set up and operate printing presses according to job specifications and production schedules
• Monitor print runs and adjust to maintain print quality, alignment and consistency
• Troubleshoot mechanical and printing issues to minimize downtime
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and adjustments on press equipment
• Read work orders and production specifications; inspect finished materials; maintain records

Conocimientos

Printing press operation

Troubleshooting

Measuring tools

Quality inspection

Reading job orders

Detail oriented

Independent work

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Sheet fed offset printing

Large format printing equipment

Descripción del empleo

Aegis is partnered with a well-established printing and packaging manufacturer that specializes in producing high-quality printed materials. They are currently looking to add an experienced Press Operator to their production team.This is a hands-on role responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining printing presses while ensuring products meet quality standards and customer specifications.Responsibilities:Set up and operate printing presses according to job specifications and production schedulesMonitor print runs and make adjustments to maintain print quality, alignment, and consistencyTroubleshoot mechanical and printing issues to minimize downtimePerform routine maintenance, cleaning, and adjustments on press equipmentRead and interpret work orders, production specifications, and job instructionsInspect finished materials and maintain accurate production recordsCollaborate with production teams to meet deadlines and improve efficiencyFollow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work environmentRequirements:2+ years of printing press operating experienceStrong knowledge of printing press setup, operation, and maintenanceExperience troubleshooting mechanical and print quality issuesAbility to read job orders and production specificationsComfortable using measuring tools to verify print quality and alignmentStrong attention to detail and mechanical aptitudeAbility to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentHigh school diploma or GED requiredThis is a great opportunity for an experienced Press Operator looking to join an established printing manufacturer with a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.You should be proficient in:Troubleshooting SkillsSheet Fed Offset PrintingMachines & technologies you'll use:Large Format Printing Equipment