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Westrock

2nd Press Operator

Mebane, NC · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

With assistance from 1st Press Person ensures that the ink supplied matches the ink specs on job ... Mounts plates in press, either alone or with 1st Press Operator, in press, ink's press, and ensures ...

Smurfit Westrock

2nd Press Operator

Mebane, NC · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

With assistance from 1st Press Person ensures that the ink supplied matches the ink specs on job ... Mounts plates in press, either alone or with 1st Press Operator, in press, ink's press, and ensures ...

leeenterprises

Press Operator

Bryan, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

The Press Operator is a vital role in the production s of our newspapers and various other print ... Fill color inks with ink reel, stir ink, check viscosity and monitor ink feed functions to printing ...

leeenterprises

Press Operator

Bryan, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

The Press Operator is a vital role in the production s of our newspapers and various other print ... Fill color inks with ink reel, stir ink, check viscosity and monitor ink feed functions to printing ...

Bryce Corporation

Press Assistant Operator

Searcy, AR · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Fills ink pumps, secures hoses, and transfers ink to designated printing unit. * Sets ink ... for the job of Press Operator as a mandatory promotional step and/or emergency situations.

THE BRYCE COMPANY

Press Assistant Operator

Searcy, AR · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Assists the Press Operator in set-up activities by obtaining necessary raw materials (inks, films ... Fills ink pumps, secures hoses, and transfers ink to designated printing unit. * Sets ink ...

Lee Enterprises

Press Operator

Bryan, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

The Press Operator is a vital role in the production s of our newspapers and various other print ... Fill color inks with ink reel, stir ink, check viscosity and monitor ink feed functions to printing ...

Westrock

Press Operator

Mebane, NC · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Makes all necessary ink and water adjustments to the press. * Understands the controls of the console and auxiliary controls for the operating systems. * Can direct and perform maintenance on the ...

gannett

Press Operator II

Rockaway, NJ · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Press Operator II Gannett Publishing Services Rockaway, NJ The Rockaway Facility is looking for a ... CMYK ink setting; advanced press operational controls; equipment maintenance; and specified ...

RR Donnelley

Assistant Press Operator

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press * Assist Press Operator by making necessary color or register ...

Independence Corrugated

Press Operator

Rock Hill, SC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

The Press Operator should have excellent attention to detail, a willingness to work in a team ... Ensure proper ink film thickness, anilox selection, registration, impression, ink order, color ...

RR Donnelley

Assistant Press Operator

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press * Assist Press Operator by making necessary color or register ...

Bryce Corporation

Press Assistant Operator

Searcy, AR · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Assists the Press Operator in set-up activities by obtaining necessary raw materials (inks, films ... Fills ink pumps, secures hoses, and transfers ink to designated printing unit. * Sets ink ...

gannett

Press Operator II

Rockaway, NJ

$16 - $20.75/hr

Press Operator II Gannett Publishing Services Rockaway, NJ The Rockaway Facility is looking for a ... CMYK ink setting; advanced press operational controls; equipment maintenance; and specified ...

Des Moines Register

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Press Operator

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$22/hr

Monitor print quality, including color, registration, ink density, and paper alignment, making ... Candidates with experience as a press operator, printing press operator, machine operator ...

RR Donnelley

Assistant Press Operator

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press * Assist Press Operator by making necessary color or register ...

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2nd Press Operator

Mebane, NC • On-site

Westrock
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$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

General Information
Job ID
ATR59097
Posting Job Title
2nd Press Operator
Locations
NC Mebane
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
13-Aug-2026
Relocation Support
No
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
#LI-DNI
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Hiring Immediately - Full Time
Assistant Press Operator - Mebane, NC
Nightshift 7PM-7AM
Payrate - Depending on experience
What we offer:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately
  • 401K with company match
  • 80 hours of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
  • Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and more
  • Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The Opportunity:
  • Review job ticket with 1st Press Person to determine, size, quantity of sheets required and colors.
  • With assistance from 1st Press Person ensures that the ink supplied matches the ink specs on job ticket.
  • Adjust printing units for proper sheet size.
  • Mounts plates in press, either alone or with 1st Press Operator, in press, ink's press, and ensures feeder is loaded properly and then begins to run the press.
  • Continually checks quality and registration of work as directed to ensure that customer specs are met.
  • Completes necessary production and quality reports with 1st Press Operator as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Manager, Supervisor and/or Lead Person.

What you need to succeed:
  • Lift up to 25 lbs. regularly, up to 50 lbs intermittently and up to 75 lbs rarely.
  • Ability to work in a tobacco-free environment
  • Stand up to 12 hours per day.
  • Bend, twist, climb, squat, kneel occasionally throughout the shift.
  • Uses hands for simple and power grasping, as well as push, pull and fine manipulation.
  • Work at and/or below shoulder level.
  • See fine detail in printed product along with checking for color accuracy.
  • See color and distinguish color differences.
  • Previous offset printing press experience is required.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Communication skills
  • Must work in a hot, cold, dusty and noisy industrial environment
  • Must wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, ear plugs, hair nets, steel-toed boots, etc.)
  • Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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