2 Color Press Operator - 3rd Shift Manufacturing

2-Color Press Operator - 3rd Shift (Manufacturing)

Location: Rockford, IL

Pay Range: $40.16 - $42.06 per hour

Schedule: Full-Time | 3rd Shift

Experience Level: Experienced

Industry: Manufacturing / Printing / Production



Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced 2-Color Press Operator to prepare, operate, and maintain a tandem offset lithography press line with a trailing coater. This role is responsible for press setup, color accuracy, equipment operation, and maintaining high production quality throughout each run.



Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate tandem (2-color) offset lithography press systems
• Maintain precise ink balance, color consistency, and registration
• Interpret work orders, layouts, and special setup requirements
• Install press plates, blankets, rollers, inks, and water systems to tight tolerances
• Operate and monitor full production line including feeder, oven, and stacker
• Adjust oven temperatures and verify proper curing throughout production
• Control ink fountains and adjust coverage for optimal print quality
• Monitor sheet output for drying, color control, and defects
• Maintain lithographic quality standards across entire production runs
• Supervise and train press feeders and support personnel during operations
• Identify spoilage and maintain accurate production logs
• Set up and monitor trailing coater systems for proper film weight, viscosity, and coverage
• Retool registry systems as needed and maintain color sample records
• Ensure safe operation and cleanliness of equipment

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of press operation or lithography experience preferred
• High school diploma, GED, or vocational training
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to interpret production orders and technical specifications
• Excellent color vision (must pass Farnsworth Munsell Hue Test)
• Experience with offset presses, automatic feeders, ovens, and coating systems a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Frequent climbing on and around machinery
• Manual handling of materials and tools

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Full-time stable employment
• Shift differential opportunities
• Benefits package including healthcare, PTO, and retirement plans

Press Operator, Offset Press Operator, Lithography Operator, Manufacturing Printing Operator, Industrial Press Operator, 3rd Shift Press Operator, Coating Operator, Production Machine Operator, Printing Press Technician


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