Lead Offset Press Operator - 1st shiftt

Sheboygan Paper Box Company•Sheboygan, WI

17d•Onsite

About The Position

In this lead role, you will work as part of a 3-person press crew to safely produce high-quality printed packaging. You’ll take ownership of press operations, troubleshoot issues, and support team members while ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met. This role is well-suited for an experienced sheetfed offset professional who enjoys hands-on presswork, mentoring others, and contributing to an organized, efficient pressroom. The ideal candidate can work with minimal supervision, understands all aspects of sheetfed offset printing, and consistently meets registration and color standards. Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, knowledge of press crew organization and die position, familiarity with Quality Control programs, and clear communication with supervisors and other departments are essential.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
5+ years of sheetfed offset lithographic printing experience preferred (Candidates with less experience or other relevant printing backgrounds will be considered)
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
Ability to read a tape measure in both standard and metric units
Working knowledge of PMS color systems
Familiarity with Quality Control procedures in a production environment
Ability to learn and use printing software associated with KBA printing presses
Commitment to safe work practices

Responsibilities

Lead and participate in a 3-person press crew to produce high-quality printed products
Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sheetfed offset printing presses
Achieve and maintain registration, color standards, and overall print quality
Assist feeder operators and assistant pressmen as needed
Hang plates, prepare loads, and verify substrates, sheet size, and caliper
Mix inks, maintain proper ink levels, and ensure correct PMS color matching
Replace blankets and monitor for imperfections such as smashed blankets, scratches, or other defects
Review job specifications prior to production to ensure correct materials, inks, and plate sequencing
Coordinate with the Print Department Supervisor on scheduling and workflow
Communicate with other departments to maintain efficient production flow
Order inks and printing supplies from approved company vendors
Train and mentor assistant and feeder pressmen on press operations, quality expectations, and safety practices
Operate Power Industrial Vehicles as required