Press Operator

Press Operator / Bindery Operator

Location: Onsite – Gurnee, IL

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate press per SOPs, work instructions, and control riders
• Monitor production efficiency and quality while completing all documentation accurately
• Troubleshoot machine problems related to equipment and setup
• Perform testing and determine corrective actions to achieve passing results
• Minimize remakes by identifying issues early and communicating effectively with downstream operators
• Perform clean-up and maintenance tasks in accordance with company SOP
• Maintain high productivity and meet expectations for setup time and run speeds
• Operate equipment to ensure production objectives are met
• Cross-train to run all finishing assets in the Bindery department
• Perform minor preventive maintenance and repairs; report defects to Manager or Team Lead
• Ensure machinery is maintained in good working condition
• Follow all quality system procedures
• Support customer satisfaction goals, including on-time delivery (OTD)

Qualifications – Press:

• 3 years of lithographic press experience or similar machinery operation
• Experience with basic quality systems and documentation
• Ability to understand performance expectations and communicate effectively with team

Qualifications – Bindery:

• 2 years of Bindery experience (literature folder/gluer) or similar machinery operation
• Experience with basic quality systems and documentation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
• Flexibility to work any shift and overtime
• High school diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Twisting, turning, squeezing, grasping, reaching (including over equipment), kneeling, crawling, pulling
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Long periods of concentration
• Speaking, hearing, and vision required to perform job functions

Compensation:

Pay Range: $20–34/hr

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision as well as 401K contributions.