Machine Operator Trainee

Location Franklin, Wisconsin Job Category Manufacturing Business Unit (brand) Quad Date posted 08/21/2026 Job ID 41068

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Every day, millions of people see the products we produce—from retail packaging and magazines to catalogs, direct mail and marketing materials. Behind every product is a team of skilled people who take pride in quality, innovation and working together. At Quad, you'll find more than a job. You'll find opportunities to learn new skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.

If you enjoy seeing products come together from start to finish, Franklin is the place for you. This modern packaging facility produces folding cartons and blister cards using advanced printing and finishing equipment. Employees work in a collaborative environment where quality, safety and teamwork are part of every shift, with opportunities to expand their skills while helping create packaging found on store shelves across the country.

Open positions include Sheetfed Press Operators, Sheeter Operators, Folder/Gluer Operators, and Die Cutting Operators. In these roles, operators will be responsible for setting up and running equipment to meet customer specifications while ensuring smooth production flow by effectively planning and organizing tasks and maintaining high-quality standards. Additionally, operators will oversee equipment cleanliness and perform necessary mechanical maintenance. Some positions may involve supervisory duties.

Why Quad’s Operator in Training Program?

• Empower Your Growth: We're dedicated to developing our people. Your success is our success, and we reward your hard work and dedication.
• Competitive Wages: We value and reward manufacturing experience with competitive wages. Advance through our Accelerated Training Program (ACT) and earn up to $23 / hour in 2 years.
• Career Advancement: Promotions are performance-based, putting you in control of your career trajectory. The sky's the limit!
• Growth Opportunities: As your career progresses, multiple upward paths are available. We pride ourselves on a grow-from-within philosophy, driving you to be better than yesterday.
• Flexible Schedule Options with Great Benefits:
  • Monday - Friday 5 am - 1 pm or 1 pm - 9 pm
  • Sunday - Thursday 9 pm - 5 am
  • Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday 5 am - 5 pm
  • Compressed Work Schedule: Our 12-hour 3/4 or 4/3 schedule offers you this balance, allowing you to work just 182 days a year while maintaining a full-time status.
  • All shifts come with opportunities for overtime, enabling you to maximize your earnings and achieve your financial goals faster!
• Relocation Assistance: We offer up to $25,000 in relocation assistance to candidates with prior print experience.
• Available shift premiums for second, third, and 12-hour shift schedules.

Responsibilities also include:

• Make ready and operate equipment based on the written instructions provided.
• Establish and maintain color and/or fold and mechanical quality to BPC standards.
• Continuously monitor the product for quality and approve or reject.
• Direct and coordinate activities of assigned crew members.
• Perform assigned make-ready duties.
• Complete required general maintenance and lubrication assignments.
• Complete required documentation, electronic and paper, for an assigned job.
• Perform duties of other Print Service manufacturing positions as needed, following requisite training.

Qualifications:

Do you have experience with the following equipment? If so, great; if not, we will train you!

• **Press equipment to include:**Heidelberg XL 106 or KBA Rapida.
• Bindery equipment to include – Bobst 106 Expertcut, Spantera, and Vision Cut Die Cutters.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is required.
• Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed to run the product for the highest quality in the safest manner.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Must be able to utilize a computer to ensure the quality of the product.
• Ability to lift 10-15 pounds continuously, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, stand long hours (8-12-hour shifts), use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement, receive and follow instructions, and use vision to identify defects.

We're looking for dependable people who want more than just a job. If you're ready to work with great teammates, modern equipment and a company that invests in your future, we'd love to hear from you.

Quad

Benefits for all areas of life

Quad recognizes that wellness is more than physical health. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that empower employees to build healthy, balanced lives at work and at home. From physical and mental health, to financial, family, and community wellness, we provide benefits and programs that help support employees’ overall well-being.