Digital Press Operator Apprentice 1st shift
RRD
Cudahy, WI3h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
- Work
- On-site in Cudahy
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
About the Role
This is an apprentice position for a Digital Press Operator on the 1st Shift.
Available Shifts
- 1st Shift: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Rotating schedule of 3 days one week and 4 days the next week.
- Includes working Saturday/Sunday every other week.
Compensation
- Starting Pay Range: $20.00/hr - $26.00/hr
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain press equipment.
- Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the press operated:
- Hanging plates or installing cylinders.
- Examining plates/cylinders for imperfections.
- Checking for correct positioning of images.
- Prepping blankets.
- Adjusting tension and register.
- Make necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain quality specifications.
- Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press.
- Make minor repairs and replace worn or broken parts as required.
- Perform periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Thorough knowledge of offset printing procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements.
- Skill to read and understand job specifications.
- Knowledge of press capabilities to determine appropriate press usage, settings, and materials.
- Skill to make a variety of difficult precise settings of controls and adjustments.
- Skill in routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
- Knowledge of the appropriate packing pressure needed for proper printing pressure.
- Skill in use of micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly.
Additional Information
- Actual rate of pay may vary based upon education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location.
- Total compensation package may include overtime and shift differential.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.
- All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background and drug screen.