Press Operator Jobs in Plano, TX

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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Flexographic Press Operator

  • Amherst Label
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Full-time - 9:30pm - 6:00am Sun - Thur.About Inovar Packaging GroupInovar Packaging Group Company, LLC, is proud to be one of North Americas premier flexographic, sheet-fed, and digital printing companies...

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Press / Print Operating Technician II

  • Taylor Corporation
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 27 days ago

$1000 New Hire Incentive - Come Work with Us! Benefits Available Day 1 - No Waiting Period! Taylor is proud to now offer "DailyPay". With "DailyPay", you can get paid on your very first day. No...

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Distribution Technician - Days

  • Avery Dennison
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 27 days ago

Company Description Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible products and solutions that help...

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Digital Press Operator - Part-Time (Saturday & Sunday)

  • Data Analysis Inc.
  • Plano, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Summary The Digital Press Operator I is responsible for basic operation of web presses and associated finishing equipment....

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Machine Operator - Printing and Converting

  • Inteplast Group
  • Coppell, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coppell, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

TITLE: Sr. Flexographic and Converting Operators POSITION OBJECTIVE: Set up, troubleshoot, and maintaining flexographic printing, bag converting, sheeting, and laminating machinery to produce...

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Digital Print Operator - Nights

  • Avery Dennison
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible products and solutions that help...

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Digital Print Operator - 1st Shift

  • Avery Dennison
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you will own the end-to-end digital printing processfrom data manipulation and machine operation to quality inspection and inventory management....

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Inserter Operator I

  • Data Analysis Inc.
  • Plano, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 30+ days ago

black & white), automated composition, offset printing, warehousing and fulfillment services....

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Digital Print Operator

  • Avery Dennison
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

In this role, you will own the end-to-end digital printing processfrom data manipulation and machine operation to quality inspection and inventory management....

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2nd PRESSMAN- 3rd shift

  • Cartamundi East Longmeadow
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Assists press operator in checking sheet pulls during run and maintaining proper ink levels and run quantities....

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2nd PRESSMAN- 2nd shift

  • Cartamundi East Longmeadow
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Assists press operator in checking sheet pulls during run and maintaining proper ink levels and run quantities....

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Print Production Environment - print operator (inkjet & toner) - overnight shift

  • Office Depot
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities The Production Specialist operates high-speed production equipment to provide reprographic and digital printing support services to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers...

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H0365 Press Operator 1

  • RR Donnelley & Sons
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Responsibilities: Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain single or multi-color offset press Perform all make-ready tasks associated with the type of press operated such as hanging plates...

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Screen Print Operator - 2nd Shift

  • BSN Sports
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Assist the press operator by loading material on press, applying ink to screens, changing squeegees, and pre-counting material before decoration based on the paperwork....

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Salary for Press Operator Jobs in Plano, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Press Operators in Plano, TX 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 Plano, TX
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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