Press Operator Jobs in California

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.

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FRONT SIGNS

Large Format Print Operator

Benefits: Competitive salary Front Signs is a leading full-service printing and sign-making company in LA. We provide a wide range of signage solutions for both commercial and residential...

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Offset Press Operator

  • MCC
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Are you a Lithographic, Flexographic or Digital Printing Press Operator? Open To Relocation? We also have 29 other Facilities Including: Fullerton CA. Fort Worth TX. Waukesha WI. Batavia OH....

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Digital Print Operator

  • Department of Transportation
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Under the supervision of a Supervisor I, the Digital Print Operator II (DPO II) performs advanced reprographic and digital printing duties in support of District operations....

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Automatic Screen Print Press Operator

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Automatic Screen Print Press Operator We are well established SF Company seeking talented Experienced Automatic Press Screen Printers to help with our companys screen printing department....

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Offset Press Operator - AB Dick 9810

  • Montclair, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Montclair, CA
  • 1 day ago

Looking for an Offset Press Operator for an AB Dick 9810 with a T51 swing away. Shop is in Chino area. Full-Time and Part-Time available....

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Offset Press Operator - AB Dick 9810

  • Montclair, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Montclair, CA
  • 1 day ago

Looking for an Offset Press Operator for an AB Dick 9810 with a T51 swing away. Shop is in Chino area. Full-Time and Part-Time available....

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Our Printshop is growing, Need 2nd shift 40" Pressman

  • Buena Park, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA
  • 3 days ago

Americas Printer - Commercial printing company in Buena Park is needing to hire a 2nd shift 40" pressman for our printing department....

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Photo Lab Technician and Creative

  • Pacific Grove, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Pacific Grove, CA
  • 5 days ago

Bradley Print & Photo is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and creative Part-Time Lab Technician to join our team in Pacific Grove, California. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys...

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Screen Printer / Serigrafia

  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 7 days ago

SCREEN PRINTER - SERIGRAFIA*** SCREEN PRINTER: Manual and Auto Press Operators/Assistants Needed Experience needed but not required. Will train non-experienced....

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Senior Library Technician

  • San Joaquin Delta College
  • Stockton, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 7 days ago

Under the direction of the assigned manager, oversee the operations of receiving, cataloging circulation, acquisitions, interlibrary loan, reserve and periodical processing of library public or...

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Printer Install Technician Full-Time $20/hr. to start!

  • Chico, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 8 days ago

un Printer Install Technician Full-Time $20/hr. to start! (Chico, CA) compensation: $20.00 employment type: job title: printer install tech Chico business technology supplier seeks Printer Install...

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Digital Press Operator Trade Printing Company (Full-Time)

  • Wholesale Trade Printing Company
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: - Prior experience running digital presses in a commercial environment (HP Indigo / Xerox iGen or comparable). - Solid grasp of color management/ICC, substrate behavior, registration...

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Flexo Press Operator

  • All American Label
  • Brea, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Brea, CA
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Flexo Press Operator. The ideal candidate will have strong technical press skills, a sharp eye for quality, and a team-oriented, "can-do" attitude....

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Production Printer Technician

  • Pacific Office Automation
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 11 days ago

Pacific Office Automation is one of the largest independently-owned document imaging and technology dealers in the nation. Since 1976, we have grown to over thirty branches located in ten western...

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Salary for Press Operator Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePrinting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Press Operators in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.3%
High School or GED
30.2%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.2%
Master's Degree
7.4%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Press Operators in California
2-4 years
45.9%
None
34.8%
4-6 years
6.5%
Less than 1 year
5.4%
6-8 years
5.0%
10+ years
1.2%
8-10 years
1.2%


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