Printing Press Operator

Engage Print, a commercial printing company located just south of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, is looking for a motivated individual to join our team. We offer a wide range of services, including offset, digital and large format printing. With over 50 years in the business, our team takes pride in providing exceptional service, quality products and excellent value to our customers.

Engage/NCG, Inc., a commercial printer in Northfield, MN, is seeking an operator for their SM72 Heidelberg 6-color press with coater or a KM1 Digital Press. The press operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the press, performing press checks, and production of a variety of customer projects including, brochures, postcards, booklets, flyers, maps and more. The press operator also manages the inventory of offset paper stock, and works with representatives from suppliers to troubleshoot any technical or print quality issues.

The operator must have excellent attention to detail, as he or she is expected to maintain high quality-control standards on behalf of our customers. When not operating the press, the operator may be asked to assist in other areas, including the prepress and finishing departments.

• Run a SM72 Heidelberg 6-color press with coater
• Understand and follow work instructions
• Maintain consistency of work
• Follow all safety procedures established by the company
• Read and understand job tickets and other instructions
• Wear multiple hats in a collaborative work environment
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisors

• Aptitude for working with complex machines
• Experience with printing presses (heidelberg experience for offset role)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Be able to follow established processes and meet quality control expectations
• Focus on continuous improvement, looking for ways to refine processes and develop new ones
• Approach each project with a can-do spirit, seeking to add value for our customers
• Take pride in their work and ownership of each project
• Work efficiently and with urgency to meet deadlines, while maintaining the appropriate level of quality control
• Be eager to learn new skills and adapt to changing scenarios
• Be a self-starter, able to apply existing skills to new challenges and to identify and address potential problems
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner and treat their colleagues with respect
• Be willing to help out in other areas when needed

Full-time – Schedule to be determined with candidate.

$24.00 – $28.00 per hour and up commensurate with experience

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off