Press Operator Jobs in Iowa

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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Seeking Press Helper for Overnight Shift

  • West Branch, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Branch, IA
  • 2 days ago

Tidewater Direct LLC, a web offset printing company in West Branch, IA. is looking for full time press helper for its night shifts....

Customer Support Technician Remote Support

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 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...

Press Operator

  • Davenport, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 11 days ago

The Quad-City Times is looking for a Press Operator to join our Production team! Our Press Operator is a vital role in the production of our and other newspapers and various other print products....

Press Operator I

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 days ago

Press Operator I Gannett Publishing Services Des Moines, IA WE ARE OFFERING A STARTING HOURLY SALARY OF $21-24 PER HOUR BASED ON EXPERIENCE EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION & GENEROUS...

Print Press Operator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 25 days ago

Responsibilities PRINTING PRESS OPERATOR Sets up, operates and monitors the press and its associated equipment to print required graphics on plastic film in such a manner that results in the production...

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

Offset Press Operator

  • Burlington, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burlington, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Purpose: Our Printing Press Operator will manage the setting up and changeovers on both flexographic and offset printing presses....

Press Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Osage, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Press Operator 3 - 3rd Shift Starting min rate of $27hr (including shift differential) Schedule: Sunday - Friday 11:00pm-7:00am Occasional overtime may be required including weekends...

Press Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Osage, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Press Operator 2 - 2nd Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm Occasional overtime may be required including weekends $2/hr shift premium The position is responsible to set...

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Salary for Press Operator Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Press Operators in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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