Printing Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Printing Press Operator

At Charter Next Generation (CNG), every employee is an owner , earning equity shares from day one. As a Printing Press Operator , you'll operate and monitor production lines that turn raw resin into film used in packaging that protects food, keeps medicine safe, and cuts down on waste. You'll work alongside a close-knit team, with hands-on training and real opportunities to grow.

Position Perks

• Wages starting at $21.00-$26.00 , based on experience
• 8 hours of overtime built into every standard schedule
• Additional $2.00/hr night shift differential
• Quarterly bonuses on top of your base pay
• Consistent Static Schedule with guaranteed full-time 
• Work-life balance with only 15 workdays a month
• Defined career progression from day 1
• Dedicated training program to build your skills fast

Why Be a CNG Owner

• Employee Ownership – Become a company owner day 1
• Purposeful work supporting the creation of sustainable packaging that reduces food waste and protects the planet
• Inclusive workplace where every employee-owner feels seen, heard, and supported
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Holiday pay and paid vacation from day one
• 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement
• Employee engagement initiatives and community giving events
• Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities with training and development along the way
• Certified™ as a 2026 Great Place to Work®, based entirely on employee feedback

Position Schedule

Our 2-2-3 schedule rotation breakdown:

• Work: Monday & Tuesday – Off: Wednesday & Thursday – Work: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
• Off: Monday & Tuesday – Work: Wednesday & Thursday – Off: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
• 12-hour static shifts (Nights - 6:00pm – 6:00am) or (Days - 6:00am - 6:00pm)

Position Duties

• Safely operate machine and assume general responsibility and oversight for assigned jobs
• Narrow/wide web, water base/solvent inks, multiple substrates as applicable
• Monitor quality, production, and waste, adjusting to customer specifications/demands
• Ensure product meets the quality requirements set by your Supervisor/ Manager
• Perform printing jobs of 1-10 color surface and reverse print as needed
• Set up for cylinders, plates, sleeves and anilox rolls
• Provide direct oversight to Press Assistant on assigned machine on primary tasks
• Assign tasks each shift as needed
• Checking ink, shafting rolls, splicing, threading machine, cleaning work environment
• Work as a team to ensure all jobs are done timely and accurately
• Train and coach assistants as needed to elevate their job performance
• Shaft new rolls of paper on each shift
• Splice new rolls to existing web and thread machine when necessary
• Identify and react to production problems (safety, quality, shortage of raw materials, out of spec raw materials and inventory issues).
• Troubleshoot machine problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or supervisors
• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
• A high school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

CNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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