Printing Press Operator

Lakeside Book Company in; Owensville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement

$100 Quarterly Attendance Bonus

Quarterly Production Goal Bonus

Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Quality

Vacation from Day 1 up to 80 hours

Bridge to Skills Training with Incenti

Daily pay eligibility

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Owensville, MO is seeking a press operator to lead a crew on a 12-hour night shift. You will make-ready, run, and maintain a web offset press, adjust registers and colors, and train teammates. The role rewards teamwork, reliability, and a willingness to learn on the job.

Tonight's shift runs 3pm–3am with alternating weeks and overtime potential. Night shift premium applies, and a strong emphasis on safety and quality is expected.

Qualifications

• Teamwork is essential for leading a press crew.
• Ability to lift 20–50 pounds and stand for long shifts.
• Previous press experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Make-ready, run and maintain a web offset printing press.
• Read job instructions and specifications.
• Make register and color adjustments.
• Lead a team and cross-train others.
• Receive training to advance your career.
• Previous press experience preferred; training provided.

Skills

Teamwork

Lifting 20-50 lbs

Stand for shift

Heatset offset press exp

Read job instructions

Tools

ManRoland press

Goss press

Job description

Pay: $26.60-$36.60/hour based upon experience with $1.25/hour shift premium for night shift

Shift: 12 Hour Crew 3pm - 3am (36 hours one week and 48 hours the next) Only work ½ the days in a year !

Benefits

• $100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• $100 Quarterly Attendance Bonus
• Quarterly Production Goal Bonus
• Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Quality Awards
• Earn Vacation from Day 1 up to 80 hours annually in the first year
• Paid Bridge to Skills Training with Incentives to Advance Your Career
• Eligible for daily pay

How you will make an impact:

This role is an important part of the manufacturing process, leading your press team by creating signatures for schoolbooks, trade books and manuals used across the US.

Job Responsibilities:

• Make-ready, run and maintain a web offset printing press
• Read job instructions and specifications
• Make register and color adjustments
• Work as a lead in a team environment and cross-train with others
• Receive training to help advance your career
• Previous press experience is preferred. We will provide you with the additional training you need to be successful.

What you bring to the position:

• Ability to lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for the entire duration of your shift
• Teamwork
• Prefer previous experience on heatset offset web ManRoland or Goss press

Lakeside Book Company - What Makes Us Special:

Our focus on Safety, Stewardship, Inclusivity, and Environmental Sustainability give so many of our employees' pride in the work we do within the communities we inhabit. Employees are celebrated throughout the year with Inspire Awards, Milestone Anniversary Celebrations and many other recognition celebrations.