3rd Shift Sheetfed Lead Press Operator

Location: Chesnee

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success.

Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator - Relocation Assistance Available

Location:

Spartanburg, SC
Pay:  Starting at  $25.00 / hour , based on relevant experience and work history
Paid Relocation:  Available for qualified candidates.
Shift Available:
6:00 pm – 6:00 am (Wednesday–Friday)
Important:  This is an experienced  Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator  position. Previous lead sheetfed offset press operating experience is required. Candidates without prior sheetfed offset press experience are encouraged to explore other opportunities with Quad that better match your background.
Build Products People See Every Day
Every day, millions of people see the products we produce—from retail packaging and folding cartons to labels, catalogs, magazines, direct mail, and other printed products. At Quad, you'll work with advanced technology, produce high-quality products for leading brands, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.
Our  82,000-square-foot Spartanburg facility  specializes in innovative packaging solutions for the healthcare, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods, and retail industries. Using state-of-the-art sheetfed offset, narrow-web flexographic, die-cutting, and folder/gluer equipment, our team delivers exceptional quality in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Position Summary
Quad is seeking an experienced  Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator  to join our Spartanburg packaging team.
In this role, you'll lead production activities while setting up and operating advanced sheetfed offset presses to produce high-quality packaging products. You'll be responsible for press setup, quality control, troubleshooting, basic maintenance, and coordinating production activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved.
Experience operating  Heidelberg XL 105 or XL 106 UV presses  is highly preferred. Candidates with experience operating other sheetfed offset presses are encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do
Set up and operate sheetfed offset presses according to customer specifications and production requirements.
Review job tickets, substrate requirements, ink specifications, and plate configurations before production.
Lead daily press operations and communicate production requirements to support team members.
Monitor press performance and make adjustments to maintain print quality and production efficiency.
Maintain appropriate ink, paper, plates, and material levels throughout production.
Perform quality inspections and complete required production documentation.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic press maintenance.
Conduct line clearances and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Support safety initiatives, quality standards, and continuous improvement efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For
Previous lead sheetfed offset press operating experience is required.
Experience operating  Heidelberg XL 105 or XL 106 UV presses  is highly preferred; candidates with experience on other sheetfed offset equipment are encouraged to apply.
Strong knowledge of sheetfed offset printing processes, color management, and print quality standards.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to prioritize quality while working efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to pass a color vision assessment.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to accurately read job tickets, production specifications, and measuring devices.
Ability to lift 10–15 pounds regularly and…