Sheetfed Press Assistant

Press Assistant – Franklin, WI

Quad is seeking a Press Assistant to support the First and Second Press Operators. The role includes cleaning, set‑up, loading paper, managing press output and area maintenance.

Starting between $17.50 and $19.50 per hour based on knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions.

• Prepare for Operation – Check order documentation to prepare for make‑ready operations and set up machine components to produce products in line with customer specifications.
• Operate Sheeting Machine – Operate assigned equipment following company policies and standard operating procedures. Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed and perform routine adjustments to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure.
• Perform Maintenance – Execute basic maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned equipment during shift.
• Perform Quality Checks – Complete quality checklists and other paperwork according to standard operating procedures and perform quality checks of product throughout production to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Perform Line Clearance – Clean assigned area by removing all products from the line, trash, boxes, and other supplies associated with a completed order.

5 pm – 5 am, Monday–Wednesday

5 am – 5 pm, Thursday–Saturday

Third Shift – 9 pm – 5 am, Monday–Friday – eligible for $3.00 shift premium

• Strong knowledge of the equipment platform.
• Solid continuous improvement background.
• Expertise in all technologies of production equipment.
• Expert mechanical aptitude with experience in troubleshooting and maintenance of production equipment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated to lead, model, and direct leaders’ and crew members’ efforts to maintain schedule and deadlines.
• Ability to read and follow directions and manage multiple tasks/projects.
• Good interpersonal skills and effective communication in both written and oral form.
• Prompt and reliable; able to work overtime as required.
• Ability to organize and manage people effectively.
• Must be able to lift 10–15 pounds continuously and lift to 50 pounds occasionally.

Quad offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, discretionary 401(k) match based on company performance, life insurance, short‑term disability, paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy benefits, pet insurance, and more.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging where employees do not have to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable laws.

Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.