Lead Pressman

at SEMPER INTERNATIONAL,LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Lead Pressman

Location: Oak Lawn, IL

Pay Rate: $27–$40 per hour

Shift: 12-hour night shift, Sun-Tue or Wed-Fri

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Pressman to set up, operate, and maintain printing press equipment while ensuring high standards of production efficiency, print quality, and safety. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and experience operating lithographic or offset presses.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate printing presses in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and control riders.

Monitor production efficiency and print quality while ensuring all required documentation and production reports are completed accurately.

Troubleshoot equipment and setup issues, perform necessary testing, and implement corrective actions to achieve quality standards.

Identify production issues promptly and communicate effectively with downstream operators to minimize waste, defects, and remakes.

Perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks in accordance with established SOPs.

Maintain consistent productivity levels while meeting departmental expectations for press setup times and production speeds.

Follow established quality control procedures and maintain accurate production records.

Communicate production goals, performance expectations, and quality requirements clearly to team members.

Qualifications and Experience

Preferably 3+ years of lithographic printing experience or comparable experience operating technical machinery.

Experience with Komori or Heidelberg offset presses is highly desirable.

Familiarity with quality control systems, production documentation, and standard operating procedures.

Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to understand production goals, follow supervisory direction, and communicate expectations effectively to the crew.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain concentration for extended periods.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to twist, turn, squeeze, grasp, reach, reach over equipment, kneel, crawl, and pull as needed.

Adequate speaking, hearing, and vision to perform essential job functions safely and effectively.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes to Chicagoland@SemperLLC.Com for consideration.