Machine Operator Press - Full-time

A leading global provider of print and media solutions, Quad/Graphics is powered by a passion for innovation and the most advanced platform in the industry. Our collaborative team of “can-do” people continually challenge the status quo, creating groundbreaking solutions that push the boundaries of communications.

Machine Operators....Opportunity is knocking!

Are you mechanically inclined?

Do you:
-Want an opportunity to be promoted based on performance?
-Desire wages in-line with your experience?
-Have previous manufacturing experience?

If you answered yes, it’s time for you to open that door!

What’s in it for you?

Your ability to choose from compressed work schedules geared toward balancing work and family life:

3 and 4 day work week

-12 hour rotating shift (either 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Great perks and benefits to eligible employees including:
-Full service medical, dental, pharmacy and optical facilities (at select locations)
-Onsite fitness and rehabilitation centers, wellness programs and onsite cafeteria
-Opportunity to build retirement savings
-Vacation and 9 paid holidays per year
-Overtime paid over 40 hours per week
-Weekly paychecks and more!

Is this role right for me?

To do this role, you will need to:
-Have excellent mechanical and trouble shooting skills
-Enjoy taking things apart and putting them back together
-Have a desire to grow and move up – Don’t settle for the status quo!
-Be a good team player with a can-do attitude
-Be a good multitasker, working well under pressure and tight deadlines
-Have good communication skills and be able to work well with a team
-Be able to follow instructions and pay close attention to detail
-Like technology, automation and be good with computers

What does a Press Operator do?

Second Press Operators play an essential role in helping Quad/Graphics reduce the cost of errors; achieve client satisfaction and create a safe and hazard free workplace. The Second Press Operator assists the First Press Operator with make-readies, press equipment operations, performing quality control functions and enforcing the safety rules. This position is a leadership role and will assist in directing the work activities of the press crewmembers to ensure productivity, quality and safety goals are met.

The role is physically demanding. The work is done while standing. The job will include the ability to bend and lift 10-15 pounds continuously, ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, perform repetitious tasks, use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement. The ability to perform basic math calculations is vital as is the ability to follow instructions and use vision in order to identify defects.

What do I need to qualify?

Must have 1-3 years previous press room experience, including ability to web up press. Previous second press operator experience is desired. Will consider applicants that have worked in an offset, gravure or sheet fed environment.
On the job training is available to support continued development as a Press Operator. Knowledge of Offset and Ink Jet Presses is a plus. A solid understanding of mailing regulations is preferred. Knowledge of Inline Finishing equipment

The opportunity is here, are you ready to grab it? #QuadProud
Quad/Graphics is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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