Press Operator Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Printing Press Operator

  • MCC
  • Neenah, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Neenah, WI
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. 1+ years as a printing press operator experience and/or training....

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Digital Press Assistant-2nd shift

  • Great Northern
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 hour ago

Position Summary Responsible for the complete set up and proper operation of the Digital Press to print to customer specifications and Great Northern - Oshkosh quality and efficiency standards by performing...

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Digital Press Assistant-1st shift

  • Great Northern
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 hour ago

Position Summary Responsible for the complete set up and proper operation of the Digital Press to print to customer specifications and Great Northern - Oshkosh quality and efficiency standards by performing...

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Litho Press Operator

  • MCC
  • Neenah, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Neenah, WI
  • 2 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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Printing Press Operators - Open to Relocate!

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 2 days ago

Please Apply If You Meet These Qualificions: 1 year experience running a Lithographic, flexographic or Digital Printing Press....

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Digital Printing Press Operator (60676)

  • Walsworth
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 4 days ago

Digital Printing Press Operator (60676) Eau Claire - Eau Claire, WI 54701 Apply Overview Position Type Hourly - Production Job Shift 12 Hour Shift - Day Apply Description Digital Printing Press Operator...

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Weekend Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator

  • Quad/Graphics
  • Franklin, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, WI
  • 5 days ago

Essential Functions of this position include: Prepare for Operation - Access job ticket information and set up the offset press machine for the correct substrate, ink, and plate specifications....

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Flexo Press Operator - 3Rd Shift Sign On Bonus

  • Smyth Companies, LLC
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join the Press Operations team as a Flexographic Press Operator supporting our Green Bay facility....

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Press Operator 12 HR Nights

  • RR Donnelley & Sons
  • De Pere, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a gravure press or, multi-color offset press to print single-color, two-color, and/or multi-color work which includes large solids, screen tints...

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Digital Press Operator

  • amrize
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Digital Press Operator | Req ID: 16881 | HR Contact: Edgar Alexander DERCE MOLINARES | Location: Building Envelope - Waukesha, WI ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking an experienced Digital Press...

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Inkjet Press Operator

  • Liturgical Publications
  • New Berlin, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI
  • 7 days ago

INKJET PRESS OPERATOR - NEW BERLIN, WI Were looking for an experienced Inkjet Press Operator to join our production team....

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Digital Press Operator

  • QPS Employment Group
  • Edgerton, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Edgerton, WI
  • 13 days ago

Press Operator: - Proficiency with digital presses (e.g., HP Indigo, Canon, Xerox, or similar) - Knowledge of color management, RIP software, and file preparation - Strong mechanical aptitude with...

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Press Assistant 3 (Sheet Fed) 3rd Shift

  • RR Donnelley & Sons
  • Cudahy, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Cudahy, WI
  • 14 days ago

Works in conjunction with the press operators and other assigned Press Assistants in the preventative maintenance of the presses....

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Machine Operator - Printing Pressroom - 2nd Shift

  • Seaway Printing Company Inc
  • De Pere, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • De Pere, WI
  • 14 days ago

Machine Operator - Printing Pressroom - 2nd Shift Seaway Printing Company Inc - 2.8 De Pere, WI Job Details Full-time $22 - $35 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Wellness program Health insurance Dental...

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Flexograph Press Operator

  • TAB Products
  • Mayville, WI
  • 18 days ago
  • Mayville, WI
  • 18 days ago

The Flexo-Graph/Digital Press Operator will provide quality service in label manufacturing by: Setting up and operating, label making equipment, to include printing press, digital press, die-cutting...

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Salary for Press Operator Jobs in Wisconsin

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

Highest Education Level

Press Operators in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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