Printing Press Operator
- Ingersoll, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Role Description The Printing Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring printing presses to produce folding cartons according to job specifications. Day-to-day tasks include preparing materials, performing press make-ready, conducting in-process quality checks, and adjusting settings to maintain print consistency and registration. The role also involves basic troubleshooting of equipment issues, coordinating with pre-press and finishing teams, and following safety and maintenance procedures. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Ingersoll, ON, requiring reliable attendance and the ability to work assigned shifts.
Qualifications
- Strong skills in Machine Operation and Printing, including setting up, running, and monitoring printing presses in a production environment.
- Experience with Quality Control practices to ensure accurate color, registration, and adherence to customer specifications.
- Ability to perform Troubleshooting on press and related equipment to resolve routine mechanical or process issues.
- Familiarity with Pre-press processes, such as reading job tickets, reviewing plates, and understanding artwork requirements.
- Attention to detail, basic math and measurement skills, and the ability to follow written work instructions and safety procedures.
- Prior experience in printing, packaging, or manufacturing environments is an asset.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle materials as required in a production setting.
- Willingness to work collaboratively, communicate clearly with team members, and adapt to changing production priorities.
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Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and monitor printing presses to produce folding cartons according to job specifications, preparing materials and making adjustments to maintain print consistency and registration. Perform in-process quality checks and routine troubleshooting, coordinate with pre-press and finishing teams, and follow safety and maintenance procedures.
Requirements
The role requires press operation and printing skills, quality control experience, and the ability to troubleshoot routine equipment or process issues. Candidates should understand pre-press materials and job tickets, have attention to detail and basic math and measurement skills, follow safety instructions, and be able to work physically in a production setting and collaborate with a team.
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Printing Press Operation
- Press Setup
- Press Make-Ready
- Quality Control
- Color Accuracy
- Print Registration
- Troubleshooting
- Pre-Press Processes
- Reading Job Tickets
- Reviewing Printing Plates
- Basic Math and Measurement
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- Team Communication
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Keywords
- Folding Cartons
- Packaging
- Printing Press
- Machine Operation
- Press Setup
- Press Make-Ready
- Production Environment
- Material Preparation
- Quality Control
- Color Accuracy
- Print Registration
- Customer Specifications
- Troubleshooting
- Pre-Press
- Job Tickets
- Printing Plates
- Artwork Requirements
- Finishing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Safety Procedures
- Basic Math
- Measurement
- Manufacturing