Press Operator in Training

Job Description

Job Description

Are you interested in starting a new career? We can help!

Freedom, a national direct mail printing company based in Milton, WI, is one of the largest, independently owned, privately held, direct mail marketing providers in the United States and we’re looking for people who are interested in training to run a printing press.

Our unique, self-paced training program offers a combination of classroom and hands-on training that has you working with a mentor to learn how to run a printing press. No prior experience is necessary. All you need is mechanical aptitude, good color vision, and a desire to learn.

"We’re so excited to grow our team! To kick things off on the right foot, all first-time new hires will receive a $100 'Welcome to the Team' bonus for reporting on their first scheduled day. Come join a company that values you from day one!"

In this position you will:

• Gain an understanding of digital printing and the 4-color printing process
• Learn how to hang paper rolls, create splices, and maintain the press
• Work with the Press Operator to set up the press to run jobs using job instructions prepared specifically for each project
• Learn how to monitor the press while it’s running and make adjustments to ensure that high quality materials are being produced
• Gain the confidence and skills necessary to run the press independently

Experience and Education:

• A high school diploma or GED is strongly preferred
• Basic proficiency with computers
• Experience using Windows preferred but not required
• Prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required

This full-time position includes the following benefits:

• Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Medical coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k saving plan with company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Shift Premiums for 2nd and 3rd Shift