Offset First Press Operator

Company: Quad
Location: Sussex
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way. Quad in Sussex is seeking First Press Operators within our Press Department. These positions are responsible for set up and operation of Press equipment to customer-supplied specifications while maintaining production by planning and organizing jobs and continuously monitoring quality. Additionally, operators are responsible for cleanliness and keeping press maintained mechanically. Some positions will have direct reports. Responsibilities Also Include - Planning and organizing jobs by reviewing schedules and job tickets, identifying priorities, assigning roles, and maintaining production records. - Monitoring signature quality by setting and monitoring color, maintaining register, fold, and compensation, and identifying and correcting problems. - Setting up/operating equipment by setting up press computers, units, folder, and auxiliary equipment and performing preventative maintenance. - Participating in training and teaching, assisting all positions and working with customers and the business plan. Qualifications Successful candidates must meet the following requirements: - Experience with the following Offset Press Equipment: Harris, Heidelberg, Goss, and/or Manroland. - 2-3 years of previous Press Operator experience, including ability to web up press, be able to match the product to the sample from the customer is required. - Strong mechanical aptitude is required. - Must have eye/hand coordination when inside the unit while making adjustments. - Must have ability to utilize the computer to ensure quality of the product. - Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, the ability to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand long hours (8 or 12-hour shift), use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions and use vision in order to identify defects. Shift Options that fit your lifestyle and needs: - 12 hour rotating shifts (either 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, working 3 - 4 days a week. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more. Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Drug-Free Workplace

Keywords: Quad, Glenview , Offset First Press Operator, Engineering , Sussex, Illinois