Press Operator (Night Shift)

The role

This role involves operating and maintaining Heidelberg offset presses to produce premium trading cards. The operator will manage color, quality control, and production metrics to meet exacting specifications.

What you will do

• Operate and maintain Heidelberg offset presses
• Execute advanced quality checks including color consistency, registration, coating integrity, and defect elimination
• Utilize spectrophotometry, densitometers, and closed-loop color systems for color management
• Meet or exceed daily production goals and maintain press efficiency KPIs
• Diagnose and correct mechanical or print-related issues in real time
• Work closely with prepress, finishing, and QA departments
• Document press settings, quality control data, and maintenance activities

Required qualifications

• Extensive experience operating Heidelberg multicolor offset presses in a high-volume production environment
• Proven ability to meet tight tolerances and exacting quality standards
• Strong understanding of substrate behavior, ink formulations, coating techniques, and registration requirements
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and machine maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues independently and collaborate with other departments
• Proficient and knowledgeable regarding machine set up, troubleshooting and operation as well as directing crew
• Minimum of 10 years Press Operation experience

Nice to have

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred

About the company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. It is part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem which builds a global digital sports platform.