Sheetfed First Press Operator

Mittera; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life and AD&D

Short/Long-Term Disability

401K with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Educational assistance

Relocation assistance

Temperature-controlled environment

Advancement opportunities

8 hour shifts (occasional overtime)

Job summary

Mittera is seeking a Sheetfed Press Operator on 1st shift to set up, operate, and maintain a sheetfed press while ensuring top-quality production. You will monitor quality, perform make-readies, and coordinate with prepress and finishing teams to ensure smooth workflow.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of sheetfed press experience, strong attention to detail, and basic computer skills for production reporting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of sheetfed press operating experience.
• Bonus: experience with web offset presses.
• Strong understanding of print production processes, color management, registration, and print quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets and production specifications.
• Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and job tracking.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor sheetfed press equipment to produce high-quality materials.
• Review job tickets and verify production specifications before starting each job.
• Perform press make-readies, including plate changes and ink adjustments.
• Monitor print quality and adjust color/registration to meet specs.
• Troubleshoot press issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication of press equipment.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet standards.
• Complete production documentation and report production data.
• Monitor inventory levels of inks, coatings, plates and supplies.
• Collaborate with press assistants, prepress, and finishing to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following safety policies.
• Assist training of less experienced operators or press assistants.

Skills

Sheetfed press operation

Color management

Mechanical aptitude

Reading job tickets

Attention to detail

Job description

Description

As a Sheetfed Press Operator, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality printed products that exceed customer expectations. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a sheetfed printing press while ensuring exceptional print quality, production efficiency, and safety. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, have an eye for detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to have you join our team on 1st shift!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor sheetfed printing press equipment to produce high-quality printed materials.
• Review job tickets and verify production specifications before beginning each job.
• Perform press make-readies, including plate changes, ink adjustments, and feeder setup.
• Monitor print quality throughout production, making color and registration adjustments as needed to maintain customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot press issues and make necessary adjustments to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and lubrication of press equipment.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet company and customer standards.
• Accurately complete production documentation and report production data.
• Monitor inventory levels of inks, coatings, plates, and other press supplies.
• Work closely with press assistants, prepress, and finishing departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of jobs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with training or mentoring less experienced operators or press assistants as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of sheetfed press operating experience required.
• Additional experience with web offset printing presses is a bonus.
• Strong understanding of print production processes, color management, registration, and print quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets and production specifications.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and job tracking.

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment.

Benefits

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Temperature-Controlled Work Environment
• Advancement Opportunities
• 8 Hour Shifts (Occasional Overtime)
• Relocation Assistance Available

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.