Second Press Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Woodridge, IL seeks a Second Press Operator to operate sheet-fed offset presses and ensure production meets customer specifications.

Starting pay is $28 per hour, with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Candidates should have 5–7 years of printing experience, solid math skills, and be able to pass color vision tests.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of printing experience required.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic computer skills including data entry.
• Ability to perform intermediate arithmetic including decimals, fractions, ratios, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to pass color hue and color vision tests.
• Ability to read a ruler and perform accurate work.
• Strong time management and self-management skills.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak periods.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various sheet-fed offset presses.
• Read and interpret work orders to determine setup specs and instructions.
• Start machines and run trial sets to verify setup accuracy.
• Monitor press operations and adjust as needed to maintain quality.
• Ensure image registration and color settings per densitometer readings.
• Follow SOPs and perform routine maintenance during runs.
• Maintain production records and transfer artwork as needed.

Skills

Printing experience

Safety rules literacy

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic

Mechanical aptitude

Color vision tests

Ruler reading

Attention to detail

Time management

Willingness to overtime

Job description

Position Title: Second Press Operator

Starting Pay: $28

General Purpose

Responsible for performing manual and machine tasks related to the setup, maintenance, and operation of sheet-fed offset presses to accurately produce products that meet customer specifications.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate various sheet-fed offset presses.
• Read and interpret work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
• Start machines and run trial sets to verify accuracy of machine setups.
• Observe and monitor press operations to detect malfunctions and determine required adjustments.
• Ensure image registration from unit to unit; run samples and make adjustments to maintain print quality and color settings in accordance with densitometer readings.
• Follow all standard operating procedures applicable to the job, position, and department.
• Perform routine adjustments during press runs to maintain quality throughout production.
• Complete assigned work effectively and within required timelines.
• Accurately follow all instructions.
• Maintain daily production records using specified forms.
• Record production data including time spent on specific tasks.
• Preserve and transfer customer artwork in clean, undamaged condition.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Open machines and remove or replace damaged product using hand tools.
• Perform daily and monthly maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of printing experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic computer skills including data entry.
• Ability to perform intermediate arithmetic including decimals, fractions, ratios, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to meet or pass mechanical aptitude testing or demonstrate mechanical aptitude through prior experience.
• Ability to pass color hue and color vision tests.
• Ability to read a ruler.
• Demonstrated ability to perform accurate work.
• Effective decision-making skills.
• Strong time management and self-management skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as required; significant overtime may be needed during peak periods.
• Reliable attendance required.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, see, and hear.

The starting rate is $28 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.