Printing Press Operator

vividimpact; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Vivid Impact in Louisville, KY is seeking a Printing Press Operator to set up and run Heidelberg and Komori presses, ensuring high-quality printed products and strict adherence to customer specs.

The role requires 5+ years of experience on major presses, a high school diploma, good color matching, basic math, and the ability to read production tickets. The shift is 3rd, 8PM-6AM; comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating major printing presses.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of press operation and setup.
• General roller maintenance knowledge.
• Good color recognition and matching ability.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to read job tickets and production specifications.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Heidelberg and/or Komori printing presses.
• Read and interpret job tickets and production specifications.
• Monitor print quality and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform roller changes and routine press maintenance.
• Accurately log production data and complete required documentation.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals.

Skills

Press operation

Quality control

Read job tickets

Color matching

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heidelberg press

Komori press

Koenig & Bauer (KBA)

Man Roland press

Job description

About Vivid Impact:

Vivid Impact has been a pioneer in the graphic communications industry for over 50 years, growing from a small commercial printing service into a recognized leader in print and marketing solutions. Since our founding in 1974, we have combined creativity with precision to deliver innovative print and digital solutions that drive success. With a team of over 300 dedicated professionals, we are committed to making a positive, lasting, impact on our team, partners, and the communities we serve. Guided by our mission, we strive to be the trusted partner for organizations looking to achieve better results, providing solutions that enhance brand engagement and performance.

Job Overview:

The Printing Press Press Operator isresponsible for setting up and operating Heidelberg and/or Komori printing presses to produce high-quality printed products. This role ensures jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and according to customer specifications while maintaining quality, productivity, and equipment performance.

Available Shifts:

3rd Shift: Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM.

Company Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability coverage

401(k) plan with company match

And more!

What You'll Do:

• Set up and operate Heidelberg and/or Komori printing presses.
• Read and interpret job tickets and production specifications.
• Monitor print quality and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform roller changes and routine press maintenance.
• Accurately log production data and complete required documentation.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience operating Heidelberg, Komori, KBA (Koenig & Bauer), or Man Roland printing presses required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of press operation and setup.
• General roller maintenance knowledge.
• Good color recognition and matching ability.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to read job tickets and production specifications.
• Basic computer skills.

Vivid Impact provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.