2C Press Feeder 1st or 3rd Shift Manufacturing

2C Press Feeder 1st or 3rd Shift (Manufacturing)

Location: Rockford, IL

Pay Range: $33.29 $34.81 per hour

Schedule: Full-Time | 3rd Shift

Experience Level: Entry Level

Industry: Manufacturing / Printing / Production

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable Press Feeder / Manufacturing Production Operator to support tandem press operations by preparing and operating automatic feeder systems and maintaining coating equipment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring continuous production flow, quality control, and safe press operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate automatic press feeder systems based on sheet size and production requirements
• Assist press operators with setup, including plates, rollers, dampeners, ink fountains, and solutions
• Verify incoming plates for correct size, job number, and condition before loading
• Align sheet loads for smooth feeding and adjust double-sheet ejectors
• Monitor feeder operations continuously to prevent jams, damaged sheets, or press damage
• Insert sheet-holding forks between loads to maintain uninterrupted production flow
• Assist with ink mixing, plate cleaning, and press maintenance during production runs
• Operate the press during brief operator absences under supervision
• Perform routine lubrication, wash-ups, and color change cleanings
• Maintain accurate production logs including sheet counts and spoilage
• Set up and maintain trailing coater systems, ensuring proper film weight, viscosity, and coverage
• Change coating rollers and perform thorough cleanings between material changes
• Occasionally hand-stack sheets on feeder skids as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to pass color vision testing (Farnsworth Munsell Hue Test)
• Basic measurement and production documentation skills
• Ability to read work orders and layout specifications
• Knowledge of coating materials preferred
• High school diploma, GED, or vocational training required
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Fast-paced production facility
• Standing for long durations
• Lifting, bending, and material handling required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Full-time stable employment
• Shift differential opportunities
• Benefits package including health coverage, PTO, and retirement options