Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Title: Lead Sheet-Fed Offset Pressman (Experience on Komori, KBA, Heidelberg, or equivalent sheetfed offset presses preferred)
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

Qualifications

• 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

What We Expect

• Technical depth and mechanical confidence

• Aggressive focus on throughput

• Accountability for output, waste, and quality

• Leadership presence