Aerotek
Job Title: Litho Press Operator
Job Description
The 2nd Press Operator plays a vital role in supporting the Lead Press Operator by ensuring proper setup for sheet size, hanging plates as needed, and verifying that the die layout, ink, and substrate align with the job order. This role involves assisting in plate registration and adjusting ink film thickness to achieve the required house density or match the customer's approved color proof. Additionally, the Second Press Operator monitors the in-process job for imperfections and uses a scanning spectrophotometer to maintain strict color control.
Responsibilities
Assist the Lead Press Operator in setting up proper sheet size and hanging plates.
Ensure die layout, ink, and substrate match the job order specifications.
Support plate registration and adjust ink film thickness for proper density.
Monitor in-process jobs for imperfections and maintain color control using a scanning spectrophotometer.
Scan sheets to detect issues such as paper lint buildup.
Essential Skills
Experience with print press operations and troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of litho printing press mechanics and fundamentals.
Proficiency in operating a Spectrophotometer.
Understanding of G7 Grayscale, Cielab Color Space, Standardization, and Color Management.
Ability to visually discern all primary colors.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred experience with K&B/KBA press, typically 3 years.
Why Work Here?
This role offers significant growth opportunities within an organization that values upward mobility, including potential progression to lead, supervisor, or managerial positions. Employees are encouraged to pursue advancement in other departments, supported by paid education and secondary training opportunities. Furthermore, a rare pension plan is available for hourly employees, ensuring long-term financial stability.
Work Environment
The work schedule requires flexibility with 12-hour shifts, operating on a 2x2x3 basis, either from 6 PM to 6 AM or 6 AM to 6 PM. The facility is a standard industrial environment, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It is a clean and organized workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conway, Arkansas.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.03 - $33.60/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Conway,AR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 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.
Job Description
The 2nd Press Operator plays a vital role in supporting the Lead Press Operator by ensuring proper setup for sheet size, hanging plates as needed, and verifying that the die layout, ink, and substrate align with the job order. This role involves assisting in plate registration and adjusting ink film thickness to achieve the required house density or match the customer's approved color proof. Additionally, the Second Press Operator monitors the in-process job for imperfections and uses a scanning spectrophotometer to maintain strict color control.
Responsibilities
Assist the Lead Press Operator in setting up proper sheet size and hanging plates.
Ensure die layout, ink, and substrate match the job order specifications.
Support plate registration and adjust ink film thickness for proper density.
Monitor in-process jobs for imperfections and maintain color control using a scanning spectrophotometer.
Scan sheets to detect issues such as paper lint buildup.
Essential Skills
Experience with print press operations and troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of litho printing press mechanics and fundamentals.
Proficiency in operating a Spectrophotometer.
Understanding of G7 Grayscale, Cielab Color Space, Standardization, and Color Management.
Ability to visually discern all primary colors.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred experience with K&B/KBA press, typically 3 years.
Why Work Here?
This role offers significant growth opportunities within an organization that values upward mobility, including potential progression to lead, supervisor, or managerial positions. Employees are encouraged to pursue advancement in other departments, supported by paid education and secondary training opportunities. Furthermore, a rare pension plan is available for hourly employees, ensuring long-term financial stability.
Work Environment
The work schedule requires flexibility with 12-hour shifts, operating on a 2x2x3 basis, either from 6 PM to 6 AM or 6 AM to 6 PM. The facility is a standard industrial environment, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It is a clean and organized workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conway, Arkansas.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.03 - $33.60/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Conway,AR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 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.