Press

Lead Pressman - Wood Dale, IL area

Job Duties:

• Prepare, calibrate, and operate multi-color printing presses and auxiliary equipment according to job orders
• Monitor print runs to ensure color consistency, correct registration, and alignment using tools PMS (Pantone Matching System)
• Direct, train, and mentor assistant pressmen, feeder operators, and crew members to build an efficient team workflow
• Diagnose mechanical issues, clear jams, perform routine maintenance, and replace worn components like blankets or plates
• Review specifications, track daily shift results, manage inventory of inks/substrates, and complete production logs
• 3 to 5+ years of hands-on experience operating sheet-fed printing presses
• Strong mechanical aptitude, color matching expertise, and ability to read precise measurements
• Proven ability to manage a small crew, communicate across departments, and solve problems quickly under tight deadlines
• Ability to stand for long shifts, walk, and lift heavy materials (50 lbs)
• Experience with Heidelberg or Komori offset presses
• UV ink printing experience

Position Summary

Shift: 1st shift

Pay: $25–$32/hour

Employment:
Direct hire

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision

Experience:

3–5+ years operating sheetfed or web offset presses

Key qualifications

The employer is specifically looking for someone with:

• Multi-color offset press operation experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• PMS/color matching and registration experience