**Job Title: Press Operator** **Job Description** Operators will lead in all aspects of operation of Press lines including changeovers, machine start-up, running, and shut-down. Support operations in becoming World Class in all aspects of the business, beginning with Safety. Run all jobs in accordance with customer specification, manufacturing specification, print specification, color folders, and standard operating procedures. Ensure all appropriate paperwork is filled out accurately and completely. This includes, but is not limited to, production reports, job verification sheets, ink usage sheets, QA reports, roll tickets (all flags are recorded), S.O.C sheets, and all others as assigned. Work with and direct the press assistant and pit crew to minimize job change-over and down time. Train and direct the press assistant to become efficient at all the required assistant duties defined in each level of the assistant training matrix on time, while also knowing and understanding the role in product safety. Comply with all 5S and WCM initiatives (Cross Training, moving to the work). All other duties as assigned by supervisor or management. **Responsibilities** + Operate press lines including changeovers, machine start-up, running, and shut-down. + Support operations with a focus on safety. + Run jobs according to specifications and standard operating procedures. + Accurately and completely fill out all required paperwork. + Work with and direct the press assistant and pit crew to minimize job change-over and downtime. + Train and direct the press assistant on required duties. + Understand and ensure product safety. + Comply with 5S and WCM initiatives. + Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or management. **Essential Skills** + Machine operating + Lamination + Press machine operation + Production operation **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 1+ year of manufacturing experience + Ability to work 12-hour shifts + Ability to be on feet for the entirety of the shift + Ability to enter data into a computer system + Ability to function independently + Ability to lift 50 lbs + Training will be provided on the machinery **Why Work Here?** Direct hire with full company benefits. Enjoy a great work environment and excellent management. **Work Environment** The facility is very clean and temperature controlled, with large printing presses. You will need to work both independently and as part of a team. The workweek is typically 4 days with potential for a 5th day, working 12-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM and 7 PM to 7 AM, Monday through Thursday. You must be able to handle an adhesive smell throughout the facility. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of SHELBYVILLE, Kentucky. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $56000.00 - $60000.00/yr. Direct Placement Day 1 Benefits Pay Increase Opportunities every 60 days based on performance reviews **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in SHELBYVILLE,KY. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 2025. **About Aerotek:** 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.