Printing Press Apprentice — Onsite, 12-Hour Rotating Shift

Winpak Ltd.; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Winpak Films is hiring a Printing Press Apprentice for our Production team in Senoia, Georgia, on a 12-hour rotating day shift (8a-8p). You will support printing operations by preparing materials, assisting with press setup and changeovers, and performing quality checks to ensure high-quality output.

This role offers hands-on experience and growth within Printing and Production, working closely with Printing Operators and the Printing Manager to maintain safety and efficiency on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of printing experience or equivalent relevant experience.
• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn systems used to support production activities.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions, customer specifications, and production paperwork.
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation and monitor gauges, equipment, materials, and production processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Printing Operators, supervisors, and other departments.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and stair climbing.

Responsibilities

• Assist Printing Operators with press setup, changeovers, and preparation of materials for production.
• Read and follow order paperwork, customer specifications, and special instructions to meet production requirements.
• Complete quality checks and monitor printing process to maintain product quality.
• Prepare, stage, load, unload, label, and move materials and supplies for printing operations.
• Assist with mounting, graphics, inkroom activities, ink dispensing, and cleaning and auditing Anilox rollers and sleeves.
• Monitor ink viscosity and assist with ink preparation to ensure proper color and print quality.
• Monitor raw materials and supplies for current and upcoming production needs.
• Track, weigh, and report scrap while helping minimize waste and maximize production rates.
• Maintain clean and organized printing, inkroom, mounting, and general work areas.
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards or equipment problems to supervisor.

Skills

Tape measure

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Read and follow work instructions

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Winpak Films is hiring a Printing Press Apprentice for our Production team in Senoia, Georgia, on a 12-hour rotating day shift (8a-8p). You will support printing operations by preparing materials, assisting with press setup and changeovers, and performing quality checks to ensure high-quality output.

This role offers hands-on experience and growth within Printing and Production, working closely with Printing Operators and the Printing Manager to maintain safety and efficiency on-site.