Printing Press Operator

Randstad USA

Bolingbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 61,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

Paid Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Printing Press Operator for a direct hire in Bolingbrook, IL. You will set up, operate and maintain Heidelberg sheetfed presses to produce high-quality folding carton packaging in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience with offset printing, color management, press troubleshooting, and production quality control in packaging or commercial printing. OSHA-compliant safety practices and strong English communication are required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
3+ years of printing press experience in packaging, printing, or converting.
Experience operating Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of press setup, registration, color matching, and print quality.
Ability to read and interpret production job tickets.
Experience documenting production data and material usage.
Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses.
Perform complete press make-readies and job changeovers.
Adjust ink, coatings, registration, and press settings to meet customer specifications.
Review job tickets, proofs, and color standards prior to production.
Monitor print quality throughout production and make necessary adjustments.
Verify board grade, sheet size, thickness, and grain direction.
Ensure non-conforming products are identified, segregated, and documented.
Supervise and coordinate work with the Press Feeder and Aerator Operator.
Perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on press equipment.
Record production data, material usage, and job information in Amtech and production documentation.
Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work area clean and organized.
Follow all food safety, HACCP, GMP, PPE, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Support inventory activities and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.

Skills

Printing press experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Color matching

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Amtech software

Heidelberg sheetfed presses

Job description

Printing Press Operator | Heidelberg Sheetfed Presses & Folding Carton Manufacturing

(Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Heidelberg printing presses to produce high-quality folding carton packaging in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.)

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

Schedule

Full-Time
24/6 Production Schedule
Overtime and weekends as needed based on production demands

Pay

$38.00–$44.00/hr Based On Experience

Industry: Folding Carton & Paper Packaging Manufacturing

Role Summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Printing Press Operator for a direct hire opportunity in Bolingbrook, IL. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses while producing high-quality folding carton packaging. The ideal candidate has experience with offset printing, color management, press troubleshooting, and maintaining production quality in a packaging or commercial printing environment.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of printing press experience in packaging, printing, or converting
Experience operating Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses
strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of press setup, registration, color matching, and print quality
Ability to read and interpret production job tickets
Experience documenting production data and material usage
strong communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively in English

Preferred:

Folding carton packaging experience
Offset printing experience
Food packaging manufacturing experience
Experience using Amtech or similar production software
Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety requirements

Physical & Work Environment

Stand and walk for extended periods during 8 to 12-hour shifts
Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and handling production materials
Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
Fast-paced manufacturing environment
Required use of PPE and adherence to all plant safety procedures

Compensation & Benefits

Direct Hire Opportunity
$38.00–$44.00/hr
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time Off
Paid Leave
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Long-term career growth with a leading folding carton manufacturer

salary: $79,000 - $91,000 per year

shift: First

work hours: 5 AM - 5 PM

education: High School

Responsibilities

Set up and operate Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses
Perform complete press make-readies and job changeovers
Adjust ink, coatings, registration, and press settings to meet customer specifications
Review job tickets, proofs, and color standards prior to production
Monitor print quality throughout production and make necessary adjustments
Verify board grade, sheet size, thickness, and grain direction
Ensure non-conforming products are identified, segregated, and documented
Supervise and coordinate work with the Press Feeder and Aerator Operator
Perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on press equipment
Record production data, material usage, and job information in Amtech and production documentation
Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work area clean and organized
Follow all food safety, HACCP, GMP, PPE, and Lockout/Tagout procedures
Support inventory activities and continuous improvement initiatives as needed

The essential functions of this role include:

wearing steel toe shoes
manual lifting up to 20lbs
standing for 8 hours at one time
working up to 12 hrs of overtime per week

Skills:

Press Operation
Slip Sheet Operation
color standards
Heidelberg
printing presses
converting
color matching

Qualifications:

Years of experience: 3 years
Experience level: Experienced

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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