What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator position at Accurate Paper Box?
Benefits:
Department: Pressroom
Reports To: Operations Manager
Position Summary
We are hiring an experienced sheet-fed offset Pressman capable of running high-end folding carton work. This role requires strong color management, fast makereadies, and the ability to run at peak mechanical speeds while holding tight quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Department: Pressroom
Reports To: Operations Manager
Position Summary
We are hiring an experienced sheet-fed offset Pressman capable of running high-end folding carton work. This role requires strong color management, fast makereadies, and the ability to run at peak mechanical speeds while holding tight quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate sheet-fed offset presses
- Execute efficient makereadies and minimize downtime
- Maintain color consistency using densitometry and quality controls
- Run complex carton jobs with coatings and specialty finishes
- Optimize press performance for maximum throughput
- Reduce paperboard waste during setup and production
- Lead press crew and maintain a high-performance culture
- Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting
- Minimum 5 years operating sheet-fed offset presses in carton packaging
- Experience with multi-color and coating applications
- Strong understanding of color theory and print standards
- Ability to lead a crew and drive production results
- Proven record of reducing makeready times and waste
- Technical depth and mechanical confidence
- Aggressive focus on throughput
- Accountability for output, waste, and quality
- Leadership presence
Salary : $24 - $35