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Printing Press Operator | Heidelberg Sheetfed Presses & Folding Carton Manufacturing

(Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain Heidelberg printing presses to produce high-quality folding carton packaging in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.)

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

⏰ Schedule:

• Full-Time
• 24/6 Production Schedule
• Overtime and weekends as needed based on production demands

Pay:

• $38.00–$44.00/hr Based on Experience

Industry:Folding Carton & Paper Packaging Manufacturing

Role Summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Printing Press Operator for a direct hire opportunity in Bolingbrook, IL. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses while producing high-quality folding carton packaging. The ideal candidate has experience with offset printing, color management, press troubleshooting, and maintaining production quality in a packaging or commercial printing environment.

️ Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of printing press experience in packaging, printing, or converting
• Experience operating Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses
• strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of press setup, registration, color matching, and print quality
• Ability to read and interpret production job tickets
• Experience documenting production data and material usage
• strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Preferred:

• Folding carton packaging experience
• Offset printing experience
• Food packaging manufacturing experience
• Experience using Amtech or similar production software
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety requirements

Physical & Work Environment

• Stand and walk for extended periods during 8 to 12-hour shifts
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and handling production materials
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Required use of PPE and adherence to all plant safety procedures

Compensation & Benefits

• Direct Hire Opportunity
• $38.00–$44.00/hr
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Long-term career growth with a leading folding carton manufacturer

Text "Printing Press" to 847-576-4085 to apply or request more information!ZPMLSTCM

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Heidelberg sheetfed printing presses
• Perform complete press make-readies and job changeovers
• Adjust ink, coatings, registration, and press settings to meet customer specifications
• Review job tickets, proofs, and color standards prior to production
• Monitor print quality throughout production and make necessary adjustments
• Verify board grade, sheet size, thickness, and grain direction
• Ensure non-conforming products are identified, segregated, and documented
• Supervise and coordinate work with the Press Feeder and Aerator Operator
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on press equipment
• Record production data, material usage, and job information in Amtech and production documentation
• Maintain housekeeping standards and keep work area clean and organized
• Follow all food safety, HACCP, GMP, PPE, and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Support inventory activities and continuous improvement initiatives as needed

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• wearing steel toe shoes
• manual lifting up to 20lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time
• working up to 12 hrs of overtime per week

Skills
• Press Operation
• Slip Sheet Operation
• color standards
• Heidelberg
• printing presses
• converting
• color matching

Qualifications
• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.



Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.