Press Operator I

Position Press Operator Location Elk Grove Village Shift Night Shift | 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM | 12‑hour continental shift (3 days one week, 4 days the following, off every other weekend) Pay Rate $28.14/hour + $2.00/hour shift differential Summary Description The Press Operator reports directly to the Department Manager and is responsible for supporting press operations, maintaining workflow and print quality, and safely operating printing equipment according to company procedures and standards. What You’ll Be Doing Assist Press Operators to maintain workflow and print quality on assigned press runs Bring materials for press setups to press sites Clean presses during job changes Perform setup, operation, and feeding of cylinder‑type printing presses to produce a variety of products Operate printing press equipment according to company printing procedures and guidelines Direct Press Helpers according to company printing procedures Set up jobs with assistance and monitor print quality while the press is running Maintain responsibility for quality and safe operating procedures during setup and production Communicate job status and critical details with the opposite shift operator during shift changes Check first‑piece conformance to specifications Perform daily and periodic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment Maintain cleanliness of machines and adjacent work areas Utilize satellite containers for hazardous waste handling Follow equipment cleaning and sanitation procedures and complete sanitation checklists Follow GMPs, PRPs, and production SOPs Conduct and document all quality checks for intermediate product Follow CCP monitoring procedures Refer production difficulties to group leader or supervisor for analysis and correction Report all food safety violations to management Follow all safety rules Participate in TOPPAN’s Global Performance System (GPS) activities including 5Star, pillar teams, audits, and near misses Maintain regular attendance and punctuality Perform other duties as assigned We’d Love to Hear From You If You have strong mechanical aptitude You have excellent math skills You can speak, read, and write English proficiently Previous press operator experience is preferred You can perform moderate to heavy physical work, including lifting up to 60 pounds You have strong communication skills You can maintain continuous mental and visual attention throughout the shift Benefits At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options 401(k) retirement plan with company match Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources Paid time off and holidays Company‑paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage Tuition reimbursement Equal Opportunity Employer TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr TOPPAN Packaging Americas