1st Pressman

About the Job

Get to know us?

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP), a quickly growing U.S.- based packaging company and a market leader in the design, engineering and production of high-end, sustainable, and customized graphic paperboard, folding carton and commercial printing products. MRP serves customers in various industries including consumer staples, food and beverage, technology, pharmaceuticals, health, beauty and more. Check us out at

MRP is searching for passionate and agile 1st Press Operator who is a problem-solver and excited by challenges and the opportunity to build something great with us. As a 1st Press Operator in the Press Department, you will be responsible for supporting the Operations Team by setting up and operating a lithographic offset press, achieving a high-quality product in a timely manner. Press Operator III (55928)

What's in it for YOU?

• Safety and people-first and team-oriented culture.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays.
• 401K with Employer Match.
• Company paid long-term disability insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• And more!

What will you do in this role?

• Set up the Press machine at the beginning of the shift and perform all related tasks including pulling the job from the schedule, mounting printing plates, installing ink rollers as required.
• Review job orders to set up or adjust the printing machine.
• Direct the Press Feeder or Press Assistant on their responsibilities.
• Perform quality checks in full compliance with all requirements of the quality system.
• Perform routine maintenance including machine cleaning, roller maintenance (removing, cleaning and reinstalling), and preventative maintenance inspections of press.
• Communicate with office and production personnel to clarify job information, as required.
• Prepare press for change of shift or shutdown; performing all related tasks.

What does it take to be successful in this role?

Basic Requirements:

• Lead the press team, on your designated press, with a "can-do" attitude.
• Possess an ability to work as a team with the Press Assistant and embrace how your job impacts the whole team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Have the ability to accept feedback and use it to grow in your position.
• Must have basic computer skills or the ability to learn basic skills.
• Demonstrate some experience with Microsoft Office.
• Must fulfill the following training and testing requirements: Load Turner Operation (test with passing score required); Motorized Hand Truck Operation (test with passing score required); Press Operation; Quality System Orientation.

Preferred Requirements:

Our teammates come from diverse backgrounds that help us innovate new possibilities daily. While the qualifications listed below are preferred, they are not required.

• Prior experience running a press machine KBA preferred.
• GED or High School Equivalent.

The physical requirements and work environment:

Work exclusively in the production area with exposure to elevated noise levels throughout work shift. Pedestrian employees share the production floor with powered industrial trucks (clamp and narrow aisle reach trucks and powered pallet jacks), caution must be exercised. This job requires you to stand and walk the majority of your day. Bending, sitting and squatting are required when fixing certain equipment.

Employees must be open to working any shift.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the position's duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Mill Rock Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Recruiting Agencies: Mill Rock Packaging does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for any fees associated with them.