Printing Press Apprentice

Winpak • Senoia, GA

1d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Winpak Films is seeking a Printing Press Apprentice to join its Production team at its Senoia, Georgia facility. The apprentice supports printing operations by preparing materials, assisting with press setup and changeovers, completing quality checks, and helping maintain equipment and work areas. Working closely with Printing Operators and the Printing Manager, the apprentice helps safely produce high-quality printed products, minimize scrap, and support production efficiency. The position offers hands-on experience and an opportunity to develop skills for continued growth within Printing and Production.

This is a 100% onsite position on a 12-hour 2-2-3 rotating schedule, either 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The position involves approximately 80% standing and/or walking and 20% sitting. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent lifting and/or moving of objects up to 75 pounds, occasional maneuvering of objects over 100 pounds, and frequent bending, stooping, and stair climbing. Occasional reaching and squatting are also required. The manufacturing environment may include exposure to noise, moving machinery, hot surfaces, and chemicals.

The compensation range is $20–$22 per hour. Pay is determined based on the candidate’s experience and expertise and may vary. Winpak describes its benefits as supporting employees’ and families’ physical, mental, financial, and social well-being. The company emphasizes sustainability, safety, excellence, and inclusion, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of printing experience or equivalent relevant experience.
• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn systems used to support production activities.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions, customer specifications, and production paperwork.
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation and monitor gauges, equipment, materials, and production processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Printing Operators, supervisors, and other departments.
• Ability to safely meet the physical requirements of the position, including frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and stair climbing.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a printing, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Experience assisting with printing presses, production equipment, or machine changeovers.
• Experience handling inks, printing materials, sleeves, rollers, or other printing-related components.
• Experience completing production quality checks and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Printing Operators with press setup, changeovers, and preparation of production materials.
• Read and follow order paperwork, customer specifications, and special instructions to meet production requirements.
• Complete required quality checks and help monitor the printing process to maintain product quality.
• Prepare, stage, load, unload, label, and move materials, pallets, cores, boxes, sleeves, and other printing supplies.
• Assist with mounting, graphics, inkroom activities, ink dispensing, and cleaning and auditing Anilox rollers and sleeves.
• Monitor ink viscosity and help prepare ink to support proper color and print quality.
• Monitor raw materials and supplies to ensure adequate availability for current and upcoming production needs.
• Track, weigh, and accurately report scrap, supporting efforts to minimize waste and maximize production rates.
• Maintain clean and organized printing, inkroom, mounting, and general work areas.
• Follow established safety procedures and promptly report safety hazards, equipment problems, or production concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Disability coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee and family assistance program, including short-term counseling, well-being coaching, and financial and legal consultation services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED