Press Operator Jobs
A Press Operator in the printing industry is primarily responsible for setting up and operating printing machines. These professionals manage the press process from the beginning to the end, ensuring that the press runs smoothly and that the final product meets quality standards. They install printing plates and cylinders, make necessary adjustments, monitor ink distribution, and perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting. Press Operators also need to understand the specifications of a printing job, including the ink mix, paper grade, and print size.
To be successful in this role, a candidate should have strong technical and mechanical skills, good eye-hand coordination, and excellent problem-solving abilities. They should also have an understanding of safety procedures and the ability to work under tight deadlines. While a high school diploma is typically required, some employers may prefer candidates with an associate degree or certification in a related field. Prior experience is often required, with job roles that could lead to becoming a Press Operator including roles such as a Print Machine Assistant, Print Production Worker, or a Bindery Operator.
Printing Production Assistant - Illini Union Illini Union Applications are now being accepted for the Printing Production Assistant - Illini Union position at the University of Illinois at...
- Smyth Companies
- Wilmington, MA
- 4 days ago
- Smyth Companies
- Wilmington, MA
- 4 days ago
We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join the Press Operations team as a Flexographic Press Operator supporting our Wilmington facility....
Digital Print Operator / Graphic Designer
- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 5 days ago
- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 5 days ago
Newco Enterprises is a leading manufacturer of commercial coffee machines that has been brewing up innovations for 50 years. Founded in 1974, Newco has grown from humble beginnings into an...
Press Operator - Commercial Printing
- Pip Alaska
- Anchorage, AK
- 9 days ago
- Pip Alaska
- Anchorage, AK
- 9 days ago
Job Description: We are looking for a skilled Offset Press Operator who is career-minded and eager to grow within our company....
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Digital Press Operator to join our commercial printing team....
The Opportunity: The Offset Press Operator is accountable for all aspects of press performance; will lead, give directions to and monitor work of Assistant Press Operators and functions of feeder and...
press machine for correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications....
press machine for correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications....
Quad is currently seeking Second and Third Shift Digital Press Operators to work in our Quad Instore facility in West Allis....
Essential Functions of this position include: Prepare for Operation - Access job ticket information and set up offset press machine for correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications....
Fixed Weekend Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator
- Franklin, WI
- 60+ days ago
- Franklin, WI
- 60+ days ago
Essential Functions of this position include: Prepare for Operation - Access job ticket information and set up offset press machine for correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications....
Line of Business: RMC About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....
mixing equipment, making prints for customers and maybe making some deliveries....
at SEMPER INTERNATIONAL,LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Growing company near Bolingbrook has an opening Digital Print Operator on 1st shift. Seeking someone with...
Screen Printing Auto Press Assistant Position - UNION
- Rochester, NY
- 17 hours ago
- Rochester, NY
- 17 hours ago
un Screen Printing Auto Press Assistant Position - UNION (Rochester) TM DESIGN OF ROCHESTER CORP 1916 LYELL AVE near Lee Rd compensation: ask in person -- annual raises and opportunities for...
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Press Operators offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
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- Documentation
- Supply Chain
- Regulations
- Machine Repair
- General Repair
- Micrometers
- Offset Printing
- Digital Press
- Heidelberg
- Bindery
- Flexography
- Commercial Printing
- Offset Press
- Lithography
- Digital Printing
- PitStop Pro
- Color Management
- Large Format Printing
- Binding
- Plate Making
- Die Cutting
- Print Production
- Laminating
- Screen Printing
- Prepress
- Printing
- Direct Mail
- Color Matching
- Color Theory
- Finishing
- Machine Operation
- Mechanically Inclined
- Publishing
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Adobe Illustrator
- Preventive Maintenance
- Graphic Design
- Quality Control Inspection
- Installation
- Specifications
- Adobe
- Packaging
- Math
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- High School Diploma
- Filing
- Sales
- Inventory Management
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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