Press Operator

TOPPAN Packaging Americas

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Waco, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Printing Press Operator supports production by assisting with press setup and monitoring print quality. They are responsible for maintaining machine cleanliness, following sanitation procedures, and ensuring the safe production of high-quality finished products.

Qualifications

You have a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in a manufacturing environment. You demonstrated critical thinking skills for machine setup and operation and can safely operate production equipment while maintaining high quality standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

GMPs

PRPs

SOPs

Job Description

Position: Printing Press Operator
Location: Waco, TX
Pay Rate: $21.10 per hour
Shift: Rotating Shifts
Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Rotation: Shift rotates every four weeks

Summary Description

The Printing Press Operator I supports printing operations by assisting with press setup, monitoring print quality, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring safe production of high-quality finished products.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Perform operations required to set up printing presses for production

  • Follow company printing procedures and guidelines

  • Assist in setting up jobs and monitor print quality during production runs

  • Communicate job-related issues and updates with Press Operator III or IV on shift

  • Maintain cleanliness of machines, equipment, and surrounding work area

  • Continuously inspect products for visual defects and apply corrective actions as needed

  • Refer complex issues to Printing Operator II or III for support

  • Follow sanitation procedures and complete sanitation checklists

  • Follow GMPs, PRPs, and production SOPs

  • Follow all plant safety requirements

  • Collaborate closely with other departments and teams

  • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality

We’d Love to Hear From You If

  • You can lift up to 50 pounds and frequently carry up to 30 pounds

  • You can perform repetitive hand, finger, and wrist movements

  • You can bend, twist, reach, and stand for 8–12 hours per shift

  • You have critical thinking skills for machine setup and operation

  • You can safely operate production equipment

  • You can work continuously in a physically demanding manufacturing environment

  • You can maintain high quality standards

  • You can read and understand manufacturing instructions

  • You have strong attention to detail, initiative, and organization skills

Education Required

  • High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

  • Vision

  • Sense of touch

  • Ability to wear PPE including hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hair net

  • Uniforms provided

Work Environment

Work is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with regular exposure to:

  • Heat

  • Cold

  • Noise

  • Moving machinery and equipment

Additional Requirements

  • Must be willing to work overtime and weekend shifts as needed

  • Successful completion of certification test required within 90 days of hire

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees’ overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

  • Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage

  • Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

TOPPAN Packaging Americas

TOPPAN Packaging is a leading provider of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio that includes both flexible and thermoformed packaging. The company operates a network of manufacturing and design facilities across the world and is part of the global TOPPAN Group, a worldwide leader in printing and packaging solutions. The organization brings together a portfolio of specialized businesses and brands, including Alloyd, TEQ, Highland Packaging Solutions, Trident, and EnviroFlex®, combining deep expertise in flexible packaging solutions, heat-sealing technology, thermoforming, rotogravure and flexographic printing, and complex laminates. By managing both film production and packaging conversion, the company can better align materials, performance, and application requirements, delivering more customized, high-performing solutions. As part of the global TOPPAN Group – founded in 1900 and employing more than 50,000 people worldwide – TOPPAN Packaging is backed by industry-leading technologies and a global network focused on delivering sustainable, integrated solutions. TOPPAN Packaging serves customers across industries including healthcare, medical devices, consumer goods, and food, helping brands bring products to market with packaging solutions that protect, perform, and scale. Our packaging meets the needs of a wide range of applications including snacks, condiments, healthcare items, prepared meals, fresh produce, coffee, and pet food. We are committed to responsible packaging that protects products and supports a healthier planet. Learn more at packaging.toppan.com.
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