2C Press Feeder 3rd Shift (Manufacturing)Location: Rockford, IL Pay Range: $33.29 $34.81 per hour Schedule: Full-Time 3rd Shift Experience Level: Entry Level Industry: Manufacturing / Printing / Production
Job OverviewWe are seeking a reliable Press Feeder / Manufacturing Production Operator to support tandem press operations by preparing and operating automatic feeder systems and maintaining coating equipment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring continuous production flow, quality control, and safe press operation.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and operate automatic press feeder systems based on sheet size and production requirements
- Assist press operators with setup, including plates, rollers, dampeners, ink fountains, and solutions
- Verify incoming plates for correct size, job number, and condition before loading
- Align sheet loads for smooth feeding and adjust double-sheet ejectors
- Monitor feeder operations continuously to prevent jams, damaged sheets, or press damage
- Insert sheet-holding forks between loads to maintain uninterrupted production flow
- Assist with ink mixing, plate cleaning, and press maintenance during production runs
- Operate the press during brief operator absences under supervision
- Perform routine lubrication, wash-ups, and color change cleanings
- Maintain accurate production logs including sheet counts and spoilage
- Set up and maintain trailing coater systems, ensuring proper film weight, viscosity, and coverage
- Change coating rollers and perform thorough cleanings between material changes
- Occasionally hand-stack sheets on feeder skids as needed
Qualifications & Requirements- Ability to pass color vision testing (Farnsworth Munsell Hue Test)
- Basic measurement and production documentation skills
- Ability to read work orders and layout specifications
- Knowledge of coating materials preferred
- High school diploma, GED, or vocational training required
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
- Ability to stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment
Work Environment & Physical Demands- Fast-paced production facility
- Standing for long durations
- Lifting, bending, and material handling required
Compensation & Benefits- Competitive hourly pay
- Full-time stable employment
- Shift differential opportunities
- Benefits package including health coverage, PTO, and retirement options
