Sheldon, IA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
We are seeking a skilled Web Press Operator to support high-quality newspaper print production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining a ...
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Sheldon, IA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
We are seeking a skilled Web Press Operator to support high-quality newspaper print production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining a ...
Press Operator III/Web Pressman III Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt Department: Offset Printing 1st Shift: 6 am -2:30 pm Monday - Friday 2nd shift: 4pm - 4am Monday - Wednesday Reports To:
Press Operator III/Web Pressman III Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt Department: Offset Printing 1st Shift: 6 am -2:30 pm Monday - Friday 2nd shift: 4pm - 4am Monday - Wednesday Reports To:
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
Notify press operator of quality concerns or press issues immediately * Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements * Maintain clean, organized press and work areas ...
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
Notify press operator of quality concerns or press issues immediately * Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements * Maintain clean, organized press and work areas ...
Press Operator II/Web Pressman II Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt Department: Offset Printing Reports To: Pressroom Manager 1st Shift: 6 am -2:30 pm Monday - Friday 2nd shift: 4pm - 4am Monday ...
Press Operator II/Web Pressman II Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt Department: Offset Printing Reports To: Pressroom Manager 1st Shift: 6 am -2:30 pm Monday - Friday 2nd shift: 4pm - 4am Monday ...
PRESS OPERATOR I Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO Des Moines, IA This position pays $22 per ... web kites/devices as applicable, monitor automatic pasters and/or make hand pasters assist with ...
PRESS OPERATOR I Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO Des Moines, IA This position pays $22 per ... web kites/devices as applicable, monitor automatic pasters and/or make hand pasters assist with ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22/hr
PRESS OPERATOR I Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO Des Moines, IA This position pays $22 per ... web kites/devices as applicable, monitor automatic pasters and/or make hand pasters assist with ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22/hr
PRESS OPERATOR I Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY CO Des Moines, IA This position pays $22 per ... web kites/devices as applicable, monitor automatic pasters and/or make hand pasters assist with ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22/hr
To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com PRESS OPERATOR I Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY ... web kites/devices as applicable, monitor automatic pasters and/or make hand pasters assist with ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22/hr
To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com PRESS OPERATOR I Gannett Publishing Services/USA TODAY ... web kites/devices as applicable, monitor automatic pasters and/or make hand pasters assist with ...
Be Seen First
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
Load and web up material, set tension, and manage roll changes and splices * Mount and set dies ... Perform operator-level cleaning, changeovers, and preventive maintenance on your press * Keep your ...
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Be Seen First
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
Load and web up material, set tension, and manage roll changes and splices * Mount and set dies ... Perform operator-level cleaning, changeovers, and preventive maintenance on your press * Keep your ...
Story City, IA · On-site
$16 - $21/hr
Press Operator (WH2) SHIFT : 12 hr Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following ... Successfully correct web breaks * Complete necessary sheets for Quality checks * Complete shingle ...
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Story City, IA · On-site
$16 - $21/hr
Press Operator (WH2) SHIFT : 12 hr Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following ... Successfully correct web breaks * Complete necessary sheets for Quality checks * Complete shingle ...
Story City, IA · On-site
$16 - $21/hr
Press Operator (WH2) SHIFT : 12 hr Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following ... Successfully correct web breaks * Complete necessary sheets for Quality checks * Complete shingle ...
Story City, IA · On-site
$16 - $21/hr
Press Operator (WH2) SHIFT : 12 hr Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following ... Successfully correct web breaks * Complete necessary sheets for Quality checks * Complete shingle ...
Story City, IA · On-site
$16 - $21/hr
Press Operator (WH2) SHIFT : 12 hr Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following ... Successfully correct web breaks * Complete necessary sheets for Quality checks * Complete shingle ...
Story City, IA · On-site
$16 - $21/hr
Press Operator (WH2) SHIFT : 12 hr Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following ... Successfully correct web breaks * Complete necessary sheets for Quality checks * Complete shingle ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. We have 1st and 3rd shift positions.
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. We have 1st and 3rd shift positions.
Iowa City, IA · On-site
$21.50/hr
PRESS OPERATOR ($3.00 PER HOUR SHIFT PREMIUM) 3RD SHIFT SCHEDULE: _-Monday - Friday _ _-11:00pm- 7 ... web or sheet stock. Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the ...
Iowa City, IA · On-site
$21.50/hr
PRESS OPERATOR ($3.00 PER HOUR SHIFT PREMIUM) 3RD SHIFT SCHEDULE: _-Monday - Friday _ _-11:00pm- 7 ... web or sheet stock. Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. We have 1st and 3rd shift positions.
Newton, IA · On-site
$15/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. We have 1st and 3rd shift positions.
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. We have 1st and 3rd shift positions.
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. We have 1st and 3rd shift positions.
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15.25 - $20/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$15/hr
... in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with ...
Work as part of a packaging crew to coordinate overall post-press operations during a designated ... and web portal data entry. * Perform Packaging Operator training Safety * Always work in a safe ...
Work as part of a packaging crew to coordinate overall post-press operations during a designated ... and web portal data entry. * Perform Packaging Operator training Safety * Always work in a safe ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22/hr
Work as part of a packaging crew to coordinate overall post-press operations during a designated ... and web portal data entry. * Perform Packaging Operator training Safety * Always work in a safe ...
Des Moines, IA · On-site
$22/hr
Work as part of a packaging crew to coordinate overall post-press operations during a designated ... and web portal data entry. * Perform Packaging Operator training Safety * Always work in a safe ...
$12.64 - $14.33
6% of jobs
$14.33 - $16.01
5% of jobs
$16.01 - $17.69
13% of jobs
$17.74 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.69 - $19.38
19% of jobs
The median wage is $19.94 / hr.
$19.38 - $21.06
19% of jobs
$21.06 - $22.74
12% of jobs
$22.83 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$22.74 - $24.43
11% of jobs
$24.43 - $26.11
4% of jobs
$26.11 - $27.79
7% of jobs
$27.79 - $29.48
3% of jobs
$29.48 - $31.16
0% of jobs
$12
$20
$31
The duties of a web press operator are to ensure that the quality of all printed materials meets the standards set out by their clients. In modern offset printing, you feed a long reel of paper into the machine as it produces print materials, such as newspapers, magazines, and books. Your responsibilities are to ensure that the settings for all the equipment are accurate and to adjust them during the process to ensure that they remain within the proper specifications.
| Aspect | Web Press Operator | Offset Press Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma, on-the-job training | High school diploma, apprenticeship or technical training |
| Work Environment | Large printing presses, production facilities | Sheet-fed presses, print shops |
| Industry Usage | Commercial printing, packaging | Commercial printing, publishing |
| Job Focus | Continuous roll printing, high-volume production | Sheet printing, detailed color work |
Web Press Operators primarily work with large roll-fed presses for high-volume printing, while Offset Press Operators handle sheet-fed presses for detailed and color-sensitive jobs. Both roles require technical skills and are essential in commercial printing industries, but they differ in equipment and printing methods.
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$25 - $35/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 17 days ago
We are seeking a skilled Web Press Operator to support high-quality newspaper print production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining a multi-page cold-set web press, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.
The Lead Operator will also guide team members, assign tasks, and ensure smooth press operations.
Set up, operate, and monitor all phases of press production
Hang plates, fill ink fountains, and adjust ink densities
Prepare folders, splicers, infeeds, and related components
Ensure print quality including color consistency and registration accuracy
Detect and resolve print defects during production
Maintain production logs, shift reports, and quality documentation
Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on press equipment
Handle materials using forklifts or related equipment as needed
Follow all workplace safety standards and procedures
Lead and coordinate team activities (for Lead Operator responsibilities)
6-tower Heidelberg Harris single-round press
Two folders, infeeds, splicers
Remote inking and remote registration systems
Minimum 2 years of experience operating newspaper web presses
Strong understanding of printing techniques and color management
Experience with print quality control processes
Ability to operate machinery safely in a manufacturing environment
Valid driver's license (IA, MN, NE, or SD)
Ability to commute or relocate to Sheldon, IA
Forklift certification
Basic mechanical or machining skills
Experience with press maintenance and minor repairs
On-site, manufacturing setting
Fast-paced production environment
Requires attention to detail, safety, and teamwork
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Must be willing to relocate to Sheldon, IA before start
Third shift availability required
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