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Offset Print Operator

West Roxbury, MA · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

Operate offset printing equipment (Komori 29 LSX 10 color) * Review job instructions to prepare ... Perform daily maintenance, on schedule according to procedure to promote machine stability and ...

Operate printing machines * Inspect quality of products produced * Read written instructions Machine Operator Requirements: * 1 year of Machine Operator or Printing Machine Operator experience in a ...

Responsibilities * Assist press operators with setup, operation, and cleanup of offset printing ... Basic mechanical skills and aptitude for working with printing machinery. * Attention to detail and ...

Job Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Print Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating more than one printing machines ...

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The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating offset printing equipment, performing ... offset printing equipment. * Conduct periodic machine maintenance to ensure optimal equipment ...

Offset Press Operator Build Your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader in premium ... With more than a century of printing expertise, MCC continues to invest in innovation and ...

Operate dry offset printing machines and provide breaks to Operators * Utilize print set up sheet to properly set up dry offset printer * Provide training to Print Operators * Utilize Quality ...

Operate dry offset printing machines and provide breaks to Operators * Utilize print set up sheet to properly set up dry offset printer * Provide training to Print Operators * Utilize Quality ...

Offset Press Operator

Raleigh, NC

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Offset Press Operator Join Millennium Print Group as an Offset Press Operator! We're looking for a skilled Offset Press Operator to join our team in Morrisville, NC . If you're passionate about ...

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How much do offset printing machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for offset printing machine operator in the United States is $18.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Offset Printing Machine Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Offset Printing Machine Operator, you need a solid understanding of printing processes, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail, typically with a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with offset printing presses, color management systems, and quality control tools is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, time management, and effective communication help operators handle challenges and coordinate with team members. These skills ensure efficient production, minimize errors, and maintain high-quality output in demanding print environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Offset Printing Machine Operators and how can they be addressed?

Offset Printing Machine Operators often encounter challenges such as maintaining print quality consistency, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and meeting tight production deadlines. To address these, operators should regularly calibrate and clean equipment, stay attentive to ink and paper feed adjustments, and collaborate closely with team members in prepress and finishing departments. Continuous on-the-job training and staying updated with machine manuals can also help operators efficiently resolve issues and minimize downtime.

What are Offset Printing Machine Operators?

Offset Printing Machine Operators are skilled professionals responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining offset printing presses. They handle the preparation of printing plates, adjust ink levels, and monitor the quality of printed materials throughout the production process. These operators ensure that print jobs meet client specifications and troubleshoot any issues that arise with the machinery. Their role is essential in producing newspapers, books, packaging, and other printed materials efficiently and accurately.

What is the difference between Offset Printing Machine Operator vs Flexographic Printer?

AspectOffset Printing Machine OperatorFlexographic Printer
CredentialsHigh school diploma, technical training, sometimes certificationsHigh school diploma, technical training, certifications often similar
Work EnvironmentPrint shops, commercial printing facilitiesPackaging, label printing, flexible packaging industries
Industry UsageCommercial printing, publishingPackaging, flexible materials
Job FocusOperating offset presses, quality controlOperating flexographic presses, color registration

Both Offset Printing Machine Operators and Flexographic Printers work in printing environments, often requiring similar skills and certifications. While offset operators focus on traditional sheet or web offset presses for commercial printing, flexographic printers specialize in printing on flexible packaging materials. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path within the printing industry.

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Infographic showing various Offset Printing Machine Operator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 37% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 26% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,312 per year, or $18.9 per hour.
Offset Printing Press Operator

$35/hr

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Graphic Packaging International rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 109 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying.

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Title:  Offset Printing Press Operator

Location:   Groveport, OH 43125

Department:  Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles)

Travel:  No Travel Required

If you are a GPI employee, please click here or on the Employee Login button at the top right before applying.

*IMPORTANT*  We are a smoking/tobacco free campus.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Offset Printing Press Operator role is responsible for safely operating and maintaining an Offset Printing Press to efficiently and effectively manufacture folding cartons. 

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Machine setup, adjustments and make readies
  • Troubleshooting of machine and quality issues
  • Assist with maintenance, machine setups, etc.
  • Completion of required product and process audits
  • Exchange of information with shifts prior to/following work shift
  • Adherence to quality specifications
  • Identification of product/process enhancements to improve efficiencies, reduce downtime & spoilage
  • Production schedule output and timeframes
  • Effectively leading work crew to meet production goals
  • Attend team meetings
  • Must be able to differentiate colors
  • Train new team members to ensure job duties are performed efficiently and effectively
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Enforcing compliance with all company policies (GMP/AIB/Safety)
  • Perform other duties, as assigned 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Must have prior printing experience as either an Operator l or Operator II with related job duties and responsibilities.
  • In-depth understanding of printing concepts
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • General math skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment and quality issues
  • Post-secondary education in printing technologies a plus 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
  • Ability to stand/walk up to 12 hours per shift.
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays.
  • Visual Color Discrimination - the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as within a team 


 

Pay:  Up to $35+ dependent on experience

Shifts:  Nights, Mill Shift, 7p to 7a   /   Days, Mill Shift, 7a to 7p

Hours Worked: 36.0 one week and 48.0 the next week

Night Shift Differential:  $2 per hour

GPI's Benefit Program

  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(k) w/employer matching
  • Health & Welfare Benefits
    • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
    • Short and Long-Term Disability
    • Life Insurance
    • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
    • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Various Voluntary benefits
  • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.


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