Printing Press Operators

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  • Offset Printing Press Operator - Graphic Packaging International - Groveport,OH

    Graphic Packaging International - - Responsibilities: Operate offset printing press; Troubleshoot machine and quality issues; Lead work crew to meet production goals; Train new team members to ensure duties are performed efficiently; Perform...

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What Printing press operators Do

Set up and operate digital, letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure, or other printing machines. Includes short-run offset printing presses.


Printing press operator Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 160,900
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $37,770

Job Outlook for Printing press operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -15,900
  • Growth rate: -10 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Printing press operator

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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