Press Operator Jobs in Florida

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.

1-15 of 22 Jobs

Press Assistant I (Regular - 2nd Shift)

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 1 day ago

This position reports to the shift Production Supervisor and will also take direction from the Press Operator, Senior Operator, or Card Press Lead....

Press Assistant Trainee

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago

Assists the press operator with preventative maintenance of the press. Assists with other printing processes as needed and as directed by supervision....

Document Imaging Technician

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

DOCUMENT IMAGING TECHNICIAN Location: Jacksonville, Florida Type: Contract Job #81390 An aerospace client is looking for a Digital Imaging Technician who will be supporting internal and external...

Customer Support Technician Remote Support

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 5 days ago

press, wide-format, CTP or Print on Demand industries. + Knowledge of Salesforce Service Cloud + Proficient in 3 or more product line technologies + Thorough understanding of Fujifilm portfolio of...

Senior Sign Shop Technician

  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 6 days ago

Skilled work, responsible for the construction of a variety of metal, plastic, and wood information signs of various sizes or the production of signs through the use of latex printers, vacuum...

Print Process Improvement Technician

  • Hialeah, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Hialeah, FL
  • 9 days ago

Skills and Knowledge Digital art workflow, expert in RIP software Proficient in Adobe illustrator and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Power Point) Color management - linearization, calibration, and...

Press Assistant I (Regular - 3rd Shift)

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 9 days ago

This position reports to the shift Production Supervisor and will also take direction from the Press Operator, Senior Operator, or Card Press Lead....

screen Print Operator 1st shift

  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago

Id : 22379, Title : screen Print Operator 1st shift, Category : Operations, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...308, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-04-11T15:16:09 00:00,...

Screen Print Operator 2nd shift

  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago

Id : 22380, Title : Screen Print Operator 2nd shift, Category : Operations, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...424, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-04-11T16:40:00 00:00,...

Flexo Graphic Printer / Plate Mounter

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 11 days ago

Press Operator Principals only....

Flexo Press Operator

  • Tampa, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 16 days ago

Your Opportunity : Taylor Corporation is looking for Flexo Press Operators to join our team in Tampa, Florida....

Printing Machine Operator

  • Opa Locka, FL
  • 29 days ago
  • Opa Locka, FL
  • 29 days ago

The role of the Printing Machine Operator is to make sure each screen-printing machine is ready to run correctly and efficiently for the prints of different designs. Responsibilities * Register...

Screen Printer

  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 29 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 29 days ago

Screen Printer PeopleReady of Saint Petersburg, FL is now hiring Screen Printers! Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from: Connections...

PC / Printer Field Technician

  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Kforce is immediately adding a full-time PC/Printer Field Technician in support of our nationally recognized, Consumer and Commercial Electronic R&D client in Miami, FL. Overview:This is a...

Description Are you a Lithographic, Flexographic or Digital Printing Press Operator? Open To Relocation? Build your Career with an Industry Leader....

Demographic Data for Florida

Moving to Florida? Find some basic demographic data about Florida below.


Local
National
21,536,064
615,315

Press Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHirePrinting curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Press Releases
If you want to grow your business and get your products, services or accomplishments noticed, you need to know the right way to get the media's attention. Press releases are a key marketing and...
Press Release Writing & Press Release Promotion For Traffic
Write and submit a press release in one day, and get it distributed in only one or two additional days!This course is a full walk-through where you will learn how toWrite your own press release (I...
Writing Press Releases
There is no more effective and immediate way to generate interest in your products and services than writing a press release. Above any other form of SEM (search engine marketing), online press...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Press Operator Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

Press Operators in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.8%
High School or GED
31.0%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.3%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
2.5%
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 Florida
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Press Operator Related Career Advice Articles

professional in the printing industry
Advice on Finding Your Next Job in the Printing Industry

Experts predict that the total number of print industry jobs will decline over the next 10 years. By some estimates, the industry may see a decrease as high as 18 percent between 2014 and 2024. In spite of these facts, employment prospects for printing specialists are still favorable. The best of these printing jobs will go to the best-prepared workers. Here's some advice for staying ahead of the curve.

Read article »