Print Press Operator

Job Description

1st and 2nd Shift Print Press Operator

Responsible for operating and tending printing presses. Performs traditional printing methods, such as offset lithography, gravure, flexography, and letterpress.

• Operate printing machine.
• Run several presses with different size and color capacities.
• Prepare machines for printing.
• Install the printing plate with the images to be printed.
• Ink the presses, load paper, and adjust the press to the paper size.
• Ensure paper and ink meet specifications.
• Adjust ink flow to the inking rollers accordingly.
• Guide paper through press cylinders and adjust feed and tension controls.
• Monitor operation and keep paper feeders well stocked.
• Make adjustments to manage ink distribution, speed, and temperature in the drying chamber.
• Correct paper tears or jams.
• Seek and correct problems.
• Make quick corrections to avoid expensive losses of paper and ink.
• Pull sheets to check for printing imperfections.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust the printing process on a control panel or computer monitor.
• Oil and clean the presses and make minor repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Perform digital, electrostatic, and ink‑jet printing.
• Transfer files, blend colors, and proof images electronically using digital presses.

• Detail‑oriented – quality and precision‑focused.
• Innovative and risk‑taking.
• Aggressive – competitive and growth‑oriented.
• Outcome‑oriented – results‑focused with strong performance culture.
• Stable – traditional, strong processes.
• People‑oriented – supportive and fairness‑focused.
• Team‑oriented – cooperative and collaborative.

Starting at $20.00 and up per hour based on experience.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available. Monday to Friday, 8‑hour shift.

Print Press: 2 years (Preferred) – willing to work with candidates motivated to learn and seeking long‑term employment.

Sheet fed: 2 years (Preferred).

Are you authorized to work in the United States?

Can you reliably commute to the workplace?

What printing press machines have you worked with?

How many years of experience do you have in a book printing manufacture and/or environment?

What level of education have you completed?