MKE Project Impact Trainee- Hartford PT Manufacturing

Start Your Manufacturing Career with Quad – Project Impact Trainee Program
No Manufacturing Experience Required | Paid Career Readiness Training | Free Transportation
Are you looking for more than just a job? Ready to build a career with a company that invests in your success?
Quad is seeking motivated, dependable individuals to join our  Project Impact Trainee Program , a unique opportunity designed to help you launch a career in manufacturing while providing the support and resources you need to succeed.
In partnership with  Running Rebels , participants complete a  paid five-day Career Readiness Workshop  before beginning work at our Hartford, WI manufacturing facility. The workshop includes professional development, mentorship, financial literacy, conflict resolution, team building, and workplace readiness.
The next cohort begins September 28, 2026.
What     We Offer
Starting pay:  $17.50 per hour
Paid five-day Career Readiness Workshop
Free transportation to and from work
No manufacturing experience required
Hands-on training
Opportunities for career advancement
Supportive team environment
Mentorship and career development

Position Summary
As a Manufacturing Associate, you'll help produce magazines, catalogs, newspaper inserts, and other printed products while learning the printing process from the ground up.

Responsibilities include:

Removing printed product from production equipment
Stacking, sorting, and packaging finished products
Loading collator hoppers
Palletizing finished materials
Moving materials using pallet jacks and Big Joe lifts
Supporting press and finishing crews
Following quality and safety procedures
Maintaining a clean and organized work area
Working as part of a team to meet production goals

Schedule Requirements (Required)
This position requires working  12-hour rotating shifts .
Day Shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
Choose one schedule:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and every other Sunday
OR
Thursday, Friday, and every other Sunday

Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Choose one schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday
OR
Wednesday, Thursday, and every other Saturday
Applicants must be able to commit to one of these schedules consistently.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for dependable individuals who:
Are at least 18 years old
Have a solid work history
Want to build a long-term career
Work well on a team
Follow directions and safety procedures
Have strong attendance and reliability
Can read, write, and communicate effectively
Are willing to learn

Physical Requirements
This position requires:
Standing for the full 12-hour shift
Frequent lifting of 10–30 pounds
Occasional lifting up to 60 pounds
Repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, and stacking
Moving pallets and materials using powered equipment after training

Before You Start
All selected candidates will complete the  paid five-day Project Impact Career Readiness Workshop  before beginning work  workshop helps prepare you for success through:
Professional development
Workplace communication
Conflict resolution
Team building
Financial literacy
Mentorship

Why Quad?
At Quad, we believe potential matters. If you're dependable, motivated, and ready to learn, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunity to help you build a rewarding manufacturing career.
Apply today to interview for our August 17, 2026 Project Impact Trainee Program!
Quad is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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