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Manufacturing Trainee (Press Operator)

Propelis
Butler, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

Collide, part of the Propelis Group, provides brand activation solutions across print, promo, digital and fabrication, supporting large and small brands around the world from brand creation to implementation.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

The Printing Press Operator operates assigned printing press to produce printed product on a variety of materials using various colors as prescribed by job tickets or work orders.

 

Hours: 3rd shift 5:30pm - 4:00am (Monday - Thursday)

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Produces printed sheets per production order.
  • Performs quality checks and maintains required paperwork.
  • Directs press assistant to achieve production schedule.
  • Operates assigned equipment safely in accordance with company and OSHA safety programs and rules
  • Performs work in accordance with approved procedures and work instructions.
  • Monitors Quality Points at work station and records required data.
  • Reports quality and production concerns and issues to supervisor.
  • Cross trains on all work stations within department.
  • Conducts preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment according to the preventative maintenance schedule.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
  • No previous Print Operating experience required
  • Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
  • Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
  • Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
  • Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
  • Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
  • Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
  • Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
  • Ability to work overtime as necessary.

 

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • The noise level in the work environment may be high.

 

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

 

About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150 years, 2,000 clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio. For more information visit: www.TimetoCollide.com

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay for this position is $20 USD hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.
 
Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

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