Job Description - Lead Web Pressman

Location: One Allied Way Manchester, CT 06042



 


Salary: $25-$32

 


Shift: 




  • 1st Shift: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM




  • 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM




  • 3rd Shift: 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM




 


Equipment: Komori web

Job Description


Position Summary


We are seeking an experienced Lead Web Pressman to oversee the setup, operation, and maintenance of commercial web offset printing presses. This position is responsible for maintaining print quality, production efficiency, and safety while leading and supporting the press crew.


Key Responsibilities




  • Set up, operate, and oversee multicolor web offset presses




  • Review job tickets, production requirements, materials, plates, and inks




  • Perform press setups and changeovers while minimizing waste and downtime




  • Monitor registration, ink density, color, web tension, and cutoff accuracy




  • Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and print quality issues




  • Train and support Second Pressmen, Roll Tenders, and Press Assistants




  • Coordinate production priorities with other departments




  • Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, roller adjustments, and blanket changes




  • Maintain accurate production and quality records




  • Follow all safety procedures and production standards




Qualifications




  • High school diploma or equivalent




  • Minimum 5 years of commercial web offset printing experience




  • Experience with Goss, Heidelberg, manroland, Komori, or similar web offset equipment




  • Knowledge of heatset and/or coldset web printing




  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and color management skills




  • Previous press leadership experience preferred




  • Ability to interpret job tickets and production specifications




  • Strong communication and team leadership skills




Physical Requirements




  • Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift




  • Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry 50 lbs or more




  • Ability to work safely around industrial printing equipment




Benefits




  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance




  • Life and disability insurance




  • 401(k) with company match




  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays




  • Shift differentials




  • Weekly pay




  • Employee referral bonuses




  • Career advancement opportunities




$25 - $32 an hour
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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