Job Description

Press Operator, Team Supervisor – Evening Shift

Big Rapids, MI |  5 PM – 1 AM |  The Pioneer, Hearst Michigan Newspaper Group

Looking for a career that’s built to last—and a pressroom that’s built to perform?
Join the team at Hearst Newspapers, where craftsmanship meets innovation and your leadership makes a tangible impact every night.

We’re looking for a hands-on Press Operator and Team Supervisor to lead evening operations at our Big Rapids production facility. In this role, you won’t just run a press—you’ll lead a tight-knit team, ensure smooth production, and help deliver high-quality printed news and commercial products that reach thousands.

This is more than just a job. It’s a stable, long-term career with a path forward—backed by Hearst’s ongoing investment in press technology, safety, and people. If you’re mechanically inclined, lead by example, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two nights are the same, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Run a multi-unit printing press safely, efficiently, and with pride
• Lead and supervise the full evening crew across press, prepress, packaging, and delivery
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Troubleshoot on the fly, make decisions under pressure, and ensure deadlines are hit
• Oversee product quality—registration, color, pagination, bundle integrity
• Partner with plant leaders and maintenance to keep the press in top condition
• Train new team members and help build up future leaders
• Maintain clean, safe workspaces aligned with our strong safety-first culture

What You Bring:

• Previous press operation and supervisory experience
• Mechanical aptitude and a can-do attitude
• Clamp truck certification or willingness to obtain
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfort using technology in a production setting
• Ability to lead a shift with urgency, focus, and fairness
• Reliable transportation and readiness to work 5 PM–1 AM

Why Join Hearst Newspapers?

• Stability you can count on – We're a legacy media company still investing in print
• Upward career mobility – Opportunities to grow into plant or regional operations roles
• Positive, safety-first culture – You’ll be part of a team that watches out for each other
• Modern equipment, real investment – We’re not just maintaining; we’re improving

Our Benefits: At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual’s physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family).  Our industry-leading benefits include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs.
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy.
• And more, click here for additional benefits and details.

Apply now to be part of a team that values quality work, smart leadership, and the future of local news.

About The Pioneer

The Pioneer is a 6-day a week newspaper covering Big Rapids, greater Mecosta County, Osceola County and parts of Lake and Newaygo Counties. With a focus on local news and people, the Pioneer is the leading newspaper in its region. The Pioneer has strong emphasis on community journalism with complete coverage of schools, government, courts and news of general interest. Complete local sports coverage is featured, as well as coverage of Ferris State University athletics. A wide variety of editorial opinion is offered on its editorial page from columnists as well as from the public in letters to the editor. Regular specialty pages include food, youth, religion, travel, business, entertainment, home and outdoor. The Pioneer has a strong classified section and is supported by area advertisers providing readers with advertising information as well.

About Hearst Newspapers:

With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories–growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms–to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action, and be inspired. 

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