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Experienced Printing & Packaging Equipment Operators

$21 per hour

Quad

As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best- for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Experienced Printing Press & Packaging Operators

Locations: Franklin, Hartford, Pewaukee, Sussex & West Allis, WI

Pay: Starting at $21.00 / hour or more, based on relevant experience and work history

Paid Relocation: Available for highly qualified candidates relocating 100+ miles for select positions.

Shifts Available:

  • Multiple shifts available, including 8-, 10-, and 12-hour schedules

  • Overtime opportunities available

Experience Required: We're seeking experienced operators with backgrounds in commercial printing or paperboard packaging. Candidates with experience operating offset, sheetfed, digital, flexographic, die-cutting, folder/gluer, or similar equipment are encouraged to apply.

Produce Products Millions of People See Every Day

Every day, millions of people see the products we produce-from magazines and catalogs to retail advertising, direct mail, folding cartons, labels, and specialty packaging.

Across our Wisconsin facilities, Quad continues to invest in advanced printing and packaging technology, creating opportunities for experienced operators to grow their skills and build long-term careers.

Current Opportunities

We're hiring experienced operators for positions including:

  • Web Offset Press Operators

  • Sheetfed Offset Press Operators

  • Digital Press Operators

  • First & Second Press Operators

  • Die Cutter Operators

  • Folder/Gluer Operators

Current openings are available in:

  • Franklin, WI

  • Hartford, WI

  • Pewaukee, WI

  • Sussex, WI

  • West Allis, WI

What You'll Do

  • Set up and operate printing or packaging equipment.

  • Monitor quality and make adjustments throughout production.

  • Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine maintenance.

  • Complete production documentation.

  • Follow safety and quality standards.

  • Support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience operating commercial printing or paperboard packaging equipment.

  • Experience with equipment such as Harris, Heidelberg, Goss, Manroland, KBA, Komori, HP Indigo, Ricoh, FUJIFILM, Landa, Bobst-or similar equipment.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

  • Basic computer skills.

  • Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English to safely perform job duties and communicate effectively.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and stand for extended periods.

Why Quad?

Quad offers more than a job-we offer long-term career opportunities with one of North America's largest printing and packaging manufacturers.

Depending on the position and location, you'll enjoy:

  • Competitive pay

  • Multiple shift options

  • Overtime opportunities

  • Paid relocation for qualified candidates

  • Advanced manufacturing technology

  • Career growth opportunities

  • A culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Compensation is based on experience, skills, qualifications, shift, location, and other job-related factors.

Bring Your Experience. Build Your Career at Quad.

If you're an experienced printing press or packaging operator looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and see where a career at Quad can take you.

We offer comprehensive benefits ( for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Drug-Free Workplace

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