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Offset Printing Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Lead Offset Pressman

Sheboygan, WI ยท On-site

$29.50 - $30.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sheetfed offset printing presses * Achieve and maintain ... registration, color standards, and overall print quality * Assist feeder operators and assistant ...

Web Offset press Operator (First Press)

West Bend, WI ยท On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous commercial printing press operating experience is required. Experience operating web offset presses is preferred; however, candidates with experience operating sheetfed offset, flexographic ...

Web Offset press Operator (First Press)

Hartford, WI ยท On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous commercial printing press operating experience is required. Experience operating web offset presses is preferred; however, candidates with experience operating sheetfed offset, flexographic ...

Web Offset Press Operator (Second Press)

Hartford, WI ยท On-site

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous commercial printing press operating experience is required. Experience operating web offset presses is preferred; however, we welcome candidates with experience operating sheetfed offset ...

Web Offset press Operator (First Press)

Hartford, WI ยท On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous commercial printing press operating experience is required. Experience operating web offset presses is preferred; however, candidates with experience operating sheetfed offset, flexographic ...

Web Offset Press Operator (Second Press)

Hartford, WI

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous commercial printing press operating experience is required. Experience operating web offset presses is preferred; however, we welcome candidates with experience operating sheetfed offset ...

Project Manager/Print Buyer

Milwaukee, WI ยท Hybrid

$30 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... offset printing, large-scale graphics, screen printing, and specialty premium items Negotiate estimates and production costs with print and fabrication vendors while maintaining quality, timelines ...

Web First Press Operator

Beaver Dam, WI

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Set up, operate, and monitor web offset printing press equipment for production runs. * Review and interpret job tickets, production schedules, and customer specifications. * Adjust press settings to ...

Web First Press Operator

Beaver Dam, WI ยท On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Set up, operate, and monitor web offset printing press equipment for production runs. * Review and interpret job tickets, production schedules, and customer specifications. * Adjust press settings to ...

Web First Press Operator

Beaver Dam, WI ยท On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Set up, operate, and monitor web offset printing press equipment for production runs. * Review and interpret job tickets, production schedules, and customer specifications. * Adjust press settings to ...

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How much do offset printing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for offset printing in Wisconsin is $24.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.62 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in offset printing?

To excel in Offset Printing, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a good understanding of print production processes, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with offset presses, color calibration tools, and quality control systems is typically required, and some employers may prefer industry certifications like those from the Printing Industries of America. Strong problem-solving skills, time management, and the ability to work collaboratively make candidates stand out in this role. These competencies ensure precise print output, minimize errors, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced print environment.

What does an offset printing job involve?

An Offset Printing job involves operating and maintaining printing presses that use offset lithography, a common commercial printing method. Workers set up the press, load paper and ink, calibrate settings, and ensure print quality by adjusting color and alignment. They also troubleshoot mechanical issues, perform routine maintenance, and follow safety protocols. Offset printers often work in publishing, packaging, or commercial printing industries to produce newspapers, magazines, brochures, and other printed materials.

What is the future demand for offset printing?

Offset printing jobs are expected to decline as digital printing becomes more prevalent due to its speed and cost-effectiveness for small runs. However, offset printing remains important for high-volume, high-quality print jobs such as packaging and magazines, requiring skilled operators familiar with traditional presses and print technology.

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Infographic showing various Offset Printing job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $50,072 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Lead Offset Pressman

Sheboygan Paper Box Company

Sheboygan, WI โ€ข On-site

$29.50 - $30.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Sheboygan Paper Box Company is a well-established, employee-focused packaging manufacturer where quality, teamwork, and craftsmanship matter. We’re looking for a skilled Lead Sheetfed Offset Press Operator who takes pride in producing high-quality work, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to be part of a stable company with modern equipment and a collaborative pressroom culture.


Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.


About the Role & Essential Skills

In this lead role, you will work as part of a 3-person press crew to safely produce high-quality printed packaging. You’ll take ownership of press operations, troubleshoot issues, and support team members while ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met. This role is well-suited for an experienced sheetfed offset professional who enjoys hands-on presswork, mentoring others, and contributing to an organized, efficient pressroom.

The ideal candidate can work with minimal supervision, understands all aspects of sheetfed offset printing, and consistently meets registration and color standards. Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, knowledge of press crew organization and die position, familiarity with Quality Control programs, and clear communication with supervisors and other departments are essential.


Compensation & Incentives

  • Hourly Wage: $29.25-$30.75, based on experience.
  • Sign-on incentive may be available up to $8,000 (paid out over 18 month period), depending on prior experience and the specific printing press equipment the candidate has worked with.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and participate in a 3-person press crew to produce high-quality printed products
  • Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sheetfed offset printing presses
  • Achieve and maintain registration, color standards, and overall print quality
  • Assist feeder operators and assistant pressmen as needed
  • Hang plates, prepare loads, and verify substrates, sheet size, and caliper
  • Mix inks, maintain proper ink levels, and ensure correct PMS color matching
  • Replace blankets and monitor for imperfections such as smashed blankets, scratches, or other defects
  • Review job specifications prior to production to ensure correct materials, inks, and plate sequencing
  • Coordinate with the Print Department Supervisor on scheduling and workflow
  • Communicate with other departments to maintain efficient production flow
  • Order inks and printing supplies from approved company vendors
  • Train and mentor assistant and feeder pressmen on press operations, quality expectations, and safety practices
  • Operate Power Industrial Vehicles as required

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 5+ years of sheetfed offset lithographic printing experience preferred
    (Candidates with less experience or other relevant printing backgrounds will be considered)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
  • Ability to read a tape measure in both standard and metric units
  • Working knowledge of PMS color systems
  • Familiarity with Quality Control procedures in a production environment
  • Ability to learn and use printing software associated with KBA printing presses
  • Commitment to safe work practices


Career Opportunities/Benefits:

As a growing, successful firm in the broader paperboard packaging industry, SPBCo offers numerous opportunities for the right candidate, to include new employee training schedules, skilled-trade positions within the folding carton industry and an active coaching and development culture. We also offer a full benefits package which includes health, dental, life insurance, short/long term disability, Flexible Spending Program, Teladoc Program, 10 paid holidays, a progressive paid vacation schedule, personal time off (PTO), employee assistant program (EAP), 401(k) with company match and Profit-Sharing plan. 


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About Sheboygan Paper Box

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Industry

Plastics packaging film and sheet (including laminated) manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Sheboygan, WI, US

Year founded

1923