Press Operator

Job Title: Sheet-Fed Press Operator

Job Description

The Sheet-Fed Press Operator plays a key role in producing high-quality printed sheets by setting up, operating, and maintaining sheet-fed printing presses. This position ensures that all printed products meet customer specifications, quality standards, and production schedules through careful press setup, monitoring, and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain sheet-fed printing press equipment to produce jobs according to customer specifications and job ticket requirements.
• Review job orders to determine press setup needs, including substrates, inks, coatings, and finishing requirements.
• Set up the press by loading sheets, installing plates and blankets, adjusting ink and water balance, and ensuring proper registration and color accuracy.
• Monitor the press throughout production runs to maintain consistent print quality and make necessary adjustments to ink flow, pressure, and sheet feed.
• Conduct regular quality checks on printed materials to verify adherence to company and customer standards.
• Troubleshoot press and print issues promptly to minimize downtime and reduce material waste.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of press equipment and report any major repair needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Collaborate with supervisors, production teams, and quality staff to meet production deadlines and customer requirements.
• Assist with general production and machine operation tasks as needed to support overall workflow.

Work Environment

This position operates on a 1st shift schedule, Friday through Sunday from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The role is based in a production facility with sheet-fed printing presses and other manufacturing equipment. The environment requires adherence to safety practices and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Appropriate work attire includes jeans and steel-toe shoes to support safety and comfort on the production floor.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.