About the role
Manufacturing Machine Operator
Hartford, WI | $18–$23+/ hr. Based on Experience | 12-Hour Rotating Shifts
Know how to run machinery? We can teach you print.
Quad is hiring
experienced Machine Operators
who want to build their skills and move up.
Print experience is not required.
If you've operated equipment in packaging, food and beverage, plastics, automotive, metals, CNC, converting, corrugated, or another manufacturing environment, your experience can transfer to Quad.
We're looking for
self-starters who learn quickly, troubleshoot problems, take ownership of their equipment, and want to advance.
Bring us your operator experience and mechanical skills—we'll teach you print.
Pay & Schedule
$18.00 -$23.00 / hour or more, based on your experience and skills
12-hour shifts:
7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
Rotate between days and nights every 4 months
Work just
3 or 4 days per week
—approximately 182 scheduled workdays per year
Overtime opportunities and applicable shift premiums
Up to $25,000 in relocation assistance
may be available for candidates with prior print experience
What You'll Do
Set up and operate high-speed manufacturing equipment
Monitor equipment and make adjustments for quality and productivity
Troubleshoot mechanical and production issues
Perform make-ready, basic maintenance, and quality checks
Learn new equipment and processes as your skills grow
What We're Looking For
Previous machine operator or production equipment experience
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Motivation to learn, improve, and take on more responsibility
Strong attention to safety and quality
Basic computer skills
Ability to read, write, and understand English to follow safety procedures, job instructions, and production documentation
Ability to work 12-hour shifts and rotate between days and nights every 4 months
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 10–15 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Print experience is a plus, not a requirement.
Experience with
Harris, Heidelberg, Goss, Manroland, or similar web offset presses
is highly preferred.
Why Quad?
Our
1.6-million-square-foot, climate-controlled Hartford facility
features advanced manufacturing technology, an on-site medical clinic, fitness center, and recreational opportunities for employees and their families.
More importantly, this is a place to
build on the skills you already have and keep moving forward.
Learn sophisticated equipment, expand your technical skills, and pursue greater responsibility as you grow.
Bring your operator experience. We'll teach you print. Build what's next at Quad.
Actual pay will vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other job-related factors. Total compensation may also include overtime and shift differentials.