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Manufacturing Press Operators 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Crane Currency
Nashua, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
Crane Currency is actively hiring experienced Manufacturing Press Machine Operators (Press Operators, Production Operators, and Machine Technicians) to join our Operations team in Nashua, NH on all shifts.

If you have experience operating, setting up, troubleshooting, and optimizing printing presses (Flexographic, Offset, Digital), converting equipment, extrusion lines, coating equipment, laminators, or other complex manufacturing machinery, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a stable global manufacturer.

At Crane Currency, we manufacture advanced security features that protect U.S. and global currency. Every day, our operators play a direct role in producing products that are trusted around the world.

We are actively hiring for multiple openings across all shifts and are seeking experienced operators who can bring their technical expertise to our manufacturing team.

What You'll Do

  • Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, presses, and production machinery
  • Set up, adjust, troubleshoot, and optimize machine performance
  • Inspect raw materials and finished products to meet strict quality requirements
  • Identify defects, resolve production issues, and document manufacturing data
  • Utilize test equipment, inspection systems, and quality tools
  • Follow detailed safety procedures and standardized work instructions
  • Cross-train across multiple machines and manufacturing processes
  • Support continuous improvement, production efficiency, and operational excellence

What You'll Get

  • Base pay starting at $25 - $29/hour (based on experience)
  • Shift differentials: 15% (2nd shift), 20% (3rd shift)
  • Opportunity to work on highly specialized security printing and manufacturing equipment
  • Exposure to advanced manufacturing technology and complex production processes
  • Training on advanced equipment and pathways to increased responsibility and certification
  • Clear opportunities for career advancement and skill development
  • Long-term stability with a company operating since the early 1800s
  • The opportunity to contribute to products that support U.S. and global currency security

Important Note

This role starts through a trusted agency partner while Public Trust clearance is completed. After clearance, training, and meeting performance expectations, you'll be considered for permanent employment with Crane Currency. Many employees successfully transition into long-term careers with the company.

Shift schedules

  • 1st: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Mon-Fri)
  • 2nd: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Mon-Fri)
  • 3rd: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Mon-Fri)

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience as a Printing Press Operator, Press Operator, Flexographic Press Operator, Offset Press Operator, Gravure Press Operator, Coating Line Operator, Laminating Line Operator, Converting Operator, Extrusion Operator, Manufacturing Technician, Production Technician, Machine Operator, or Large-Scale Industrial Equipment Operator
  • Hands-on experience operating, setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, and maintaining manufacturing equipment
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues
  • Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with quality and production metrics
  • Experience with continuous-process, web-handling, printing, packaging, converting, coating, or similar production equipment strongly preferred
  • Comfortable working with computer-based production, quality, and inspection systems
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Reliable, safety-focused team player with strong attention to detail
  • U.S. Citizen able to meet Public Trust requirements

What Drives Our Team

We are a passionate team of 1,300 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose: we give people confidence every day in moments that matter.

This Comes To Life Through Our Shared Values

  • People Matter
  • Do the Right Thing
  • Trusted Partner
  • Innovate for Growth
  • Always Improving

Learn more about our values and culture: https://www.cranecurrency.com/careers/life-at-crane-currency/

You can also check us out at: https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Crane-Currency-Reviews-E1187198.htm

Where We Are

Your role is in Nashua, New Hampshire, a 40-mile drive from the vibrant heart of Boston. Check out what makes Nashua a great place to live and work here:

https://www.cranecurrency.com/media/xbsnwhir/nashua-nh_site-location-packet_2024.pdf

Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.

Suitability And Background Investigation Requirements

The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process.

The background investigation process conducted by Crane and our U.S. Government Agency customers is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination.

Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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