Sheetfed Press Operator: Lead & Make-Ready Specialist

Veritiv Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veritiv Corporation is hiring for a Press Person in Chicago to set up, operate, and maintain the press and related equipment. You will lead the press crew, ensuring jobs meet specifications and deadlines while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 5–10 years of related experience, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and readiness to work nights or weekends as needed. UV experience is considered a plus.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of related job experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed.
• UV experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain the press and auxiliary equipment.
• Direct press crew with assigned tasks during down time and make-ready periods.
• Ensure each job meets customer specifications and deadlines.
• Verify stock and inks match job specs on ticket.
• Read and understand job tickets for stock and color specifications.

Skills

Press operation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Material handling

UV experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial presses

Job description

Veritiv Corporation is hiring for a Press Person in Chicago to set up, operate, and maintain the press and related equipment. You will lead the press crew, ensuring jobs meet specifications and deadlines while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 5–10 years of related experience, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and readiness to work nights or weekends as needed. UV experience is considered a plus.