Printer (Press Operator) [17/10/2025]

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

MCC Verstraete Australia has worked with some of the best-known brands in Australia for over 60 years developing a superior “In Mould Label” product for the marketplace through this journey. The team has never lost touch with its family business origins and is focused on creating strong personal relationships at every level of the business.   

About the role

An exciting and immediate opportunity for an experienced Printer (Press operator) to join our team in Melbourne operating various 6 and 8 colour Heidelberg Presses with Cutstar reel fed units. The equipment features the latest inbuilt image control for complete colour management.

This permanent full-time position will initially commence on Day Shift during onboarding period working 12-hour rosters (3 days per week) and then moving to permanent Night Shift Wednesday to Friday (6pm-6am) working a 36-hour compressed work week.

A great opportunity to develop & progress your career with an industry leader and the world’s leading In-mould label (IML) manufacturer.

Main Duties

- Operate Heidelberg XL printing presses

- Operate Heidelberg Die Cutter

- Ensure compliance to safety, quality and production standards

- Interpret job tickets and requirements

- Check production against determined quality specifications

- Perform film and print quality checks

- Carry out changeovers with minimal downtime and waste

- Lead and guide printer’s assistants to perform tasks on press

- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or printing issues promptly

- Work collaboratively with prepress and finishing departments to ensure seamless production

- Support plant initiatives and directives

- Capture required data and feedback information

Essential Skills

- Ability to use and read basic print and colour measurement devices

- Basic computer skills: Microsoft Office, Outlook

- Must be able to follow detailed instruction for training and quality purposes

- Able to work in a team environment

- Physically fit

- Good communicator with excellent organizational skills

- Maintain some mechanical and technical understanding of printing press

- Knowledge of colour management

- A willingness to work flexibly

- An awareness of Health & Safety issues

- Progressive printing experience

- Full knowledge of print press operations

- Full knowledge of press colour control

Responsibilities

- Ability to meet production goals and targets

- Capability to deliver required quality standards

- Training of new employees

- Support of plant initiatives and directives

- Ensure quality standards are delivered

- Assist in maintaining equipment

- Communication/direction of support team

Qualifications

- Completed a Printing Trade Certificate or equivalent knowledge

Experience

- Previous experience on a Heidelberg Printing Press, with desired exposure to Cutstar units is preferred

- Proficiency in operating & running multi-colour presses

- Efficient time management and commitment to deadlines

- The applicant needs to be well versed in all areas of press operation and may need to undergo additional training in the use and handling of plastic substrates.

The Benefits   

- Competitive remuneration

- Work-life balance (only working 3 days per week)

- Free onsite parking

- Health & wellness program

- Local & global career opportunities to development & build your brilliant career

- Private health insurance discount 

- To help employees thrive at home & at work, we offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- Employee referral program, our employees are rewarded for helping us find great talent

- Reward & recognition programs aligned to our values and with high performance.

- Regular social events encouraging a fun & friendly environment.

- Values-based culture

- Supportive & inclusive environment

- Part of an organisation that strongly believes in sustainability goals to make a difference to our planet.

Ready to Join Us?
If you're a trade-qualified printer looking to work with industry-leading equipment in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience.

Diversity & Inclusion

At MCC, we believe what makes us unique, makes us better. We embrace & care deeply about creating a workplace where our people feel valued & empowered. We are committed to providing an environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly & with respect. We consider our people our best asset & understand the importance of bringing different perspectives. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity/expression or ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. We encourage & welcome all genders, people of disability, first nations people, LGBTQI+ community, refugees & people from culturally & linguistic diverse backgrounds to apply.