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Press Operator - 1st shift

Multi-Color Corporation MCC
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

Multi-Color Corporation and Fort Dearborn have merged and are now the world's largest prime label and packaging supplier. Join the new MCC and you will have theopportunity to become part of an organization that is committed to excellence and industry leadership for over 110 years.

The Press Operator is an essential member of the team, responsible for the manufacturing of printed labels while continuously monitoring label quality and press conditions.

Why work at MCC:

  • Compensation: $22.50 - $27 hourly depending on experience.
  • Shift differentials offered for 2nd and 3rd shift positions
  • Exceptional training and team support.
  • Opportunity to grow within the Global organization and learn from the best.
  • Great environment with a strong and friendly team of co-workers.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurances, Flex & HSA, 401k Matching, Sick and Vacation Paid Time Off.

Responsibilities:

  • Our Printing Press Operators must adhere to all plant and corporate safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Reports all safety concerns or issues to their immediate supervisor.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment and area by completing daily housekeeping assignments.
  • Completes make-ready in accordance with the Job Ticket and Product Specification documents to ensure correct print cylinders, inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers are used.
  • Responsible for completing all required quality checks related to product specifications, visual, and functional checks. Completes all press-side quality checks.
  • Operates press to produce product in accordance to customer specifications while maintain quality, waste, and press efficiency.
  • Maintains consistent quality during the production run. Critical quality checks includes: copy, color, and registration, and ink adhesion. Ensure conformance to all other quality checks.
  • Responsible for completing all related procedures, work instructions, and quality measurements as outlined in the BRC standard.
  • Completes press make ready's in an efficient manner.
  • Completes all required equipment maintenance duties.
  • Cleans plate, cylinder, and ink pans, and lubricates press as needed.
  • Inputs all required information into the Radius system for material usage and time in an accurate and prompt manner.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.

MCC Label welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. MCC Label is an equal opportunity employer.

For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted premium labels for the world's most iconic and recognizable brands. Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.

MCC combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service through our network of facilities across 25 countries. More than 12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where every product is Labeled with Care. Learn more at www.mcclabel.com.

If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at recruiting@mcclabel.com.

Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.


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