Press Operator I (Nights)

TOPPAN Packaging • Elk Grove, IL

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About The Position

The Press Operator I supports press operations, maintains workflow and print quality, and safely operates printing equipment according to company procedures and standards. The position reports directly to the Department Manager and is located in Elk Grove Village. The schedule is a night shift from 5:45 PM to 6:15 AM on a 12-hour continental rotation: three days one week and four days the next, with every other weekend off.

The role includes assisting with press runs and setups, operating cylinder-type printing presses, monitoring product quality, performing equipment maintenance and sanitation, and following food safety and workplace safety procedures. The position pays $28.98 per hour plus a $2.00 per hour shift differential. It also offers a $2,000 retention bonus, paid in two installments: $1,000 after 90 days of employment and $1,000 after 180 days.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent math skills.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical work, including lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain continuous mental and visual attention throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Previous press operator experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Press Operators in maintaining workflow and print quality on assigned press runs.
• Bring materials for press setups to press sites.
• Clean presses during job changes.
• Set up, operate, and feed cylinder-type printing presses to produce a variety of products.
• Operate printing press equipment according to company printing procedures and guidelines.
• Direct Press Helpers according to company printing procedures.
• Set up jobs with assistance and monitor print quality while the press is running.
• Maintain quality and follow safe operating procedures during setup and production.
• Communicate job status and critical details with the opposite-shift operator during shift changes.
• Check first-piece conformance to specifications.
• Perform daily and periodic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of machines and adjacent work areas.
• Use satellite containers for hazardous waste handling.
• Follow equipment cleaning and sanitation procedures and complete sanitation checklists.
• Follow GMPs, PRPs, and production SOPs.
• Conduct and document quality checks for intermediate product.
• Follow CCP monitoring procedures.
• Refer production difficulties to the group leader or supervisor for analysis and correction.
• Report all food safety violations to management.
• Follow all safety rules.
• Participate in TOPPAN’s Global Performance System (GPS) activities, including 5Star, pillar teams, audits, and near misses.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans, including life, accident, and disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $2,000 retention bonus paid in installments after 90 and 180 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed