Printing Press Operator

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The position is a regular, full‑time, benefits‑eligible role located in Simpsonville, KY. Relocation assistance is available.

Regular, full time, benefits‑eligible. Pay up to $35+/hr with a shift differential of $1/hr for off‑shift work. This is not an entry level position and requires years of experience as a Press Operator. If you lack experience as a Printing Press Operator, consider applying for Press Feeder or Press Department Helper to gain required experience.

Utilizes skills to efficiently produce a quality product at optimum speeds. Possesses journeyman knowledge of ink and water balance needed to reduce make‑ready times and increase run speeds. Ability to safely direct crew in machine operations and job planning. Performance maintenance as needed per machine specification. Possesses mechanical abilities to use tools needed for press operation.

• Effectively lead the crew of an assigned press
• Know machine setup for a variety of inks and substrates
• Know industry quality standards for offset printing
• Know the materials and equipment utilized in offset printing
• Operate Heidelberg offset press at maximum production speed, maximum utilization and minimum waste
• Operate QC equipment such as a densitometer and other QC instruments as required
• Perform QA tasks before, during and after a production run
• Communicate concerning crewing, machine and material issues and lost time with department leadership
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety practices for all team members
• Perform scheduled maintenance and minor repairs; communicate need for major repairs to leadership
• Comply with all company rules, regulations and safety requirements
• Work overtime as needed to satisfy customer demands and cover for fellow employees’ time off
• Operate hand, fork and clamp trucks as required and lift up to 50 pounds
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

• Offset, sheetfed, paperboard printing experience
• Oversee compliance with Neff’s cGMP and ISO Standards and SOPs
• Supervise personnel assisting in the offset printing department
• Understand Job Jacket information
• Complete necessary paperwork
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and twist for the entire shift
• Read, write, and speak English

• 1–3 years experience as a lead operator in sheetfed offset printing with conventional inks and/or UV inks and coatings on Heidelberg equipment
• Other printing equipment and web printing experience considered

Neff Packaging Solutions proudly produces innovative custom packaging solutions for many of the nation’s top branded consumer product companies. Our company focuses on solving difficult challenges with innovative packaging solutions that meet specific needs, with an approach that is both lean and sustainable.

Neff Packaging Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Benefits include a rich PPO medical plan, paid holidays, dental plan, medical reimbursement account, eyeglass reimbursement account, 401(k) with generous company match, work shoe voucher, attendance incentive, and more.