Printing press operators set up and operate digital, letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure, or other printing machines.
Webforms
Print Occupation
- Printing Press Operators
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
What do they typically do
- Change press plates, blankets, or cylinders, as required
- Collect and inspect random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments
- Feed paper through press cylinders and adjust feed and tension controls
- Start presses and pull proofs to check for ink coverage and density, alignment, and registration
- Load presses with paper and make necessary adjustments according to paper size
- Check that paper and ink meet the specifications for a given job
- Obtain or mix inks and fill ink fountains
- Examine job orders to determine the number to print, stock specifications, colors, or special printing instructions
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth -0.9%
Job Opening 487
Job Listings
Select a region/location in North Carolina to begin your search.
View available jobs Digital Press Operator, Flexographic Press Operator, Offset Press Operator, Offset Pressman, Press Operator, Pressman, Printer, Printing Pressman, Web Press Operator
View available jobs on IndeedEducation & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
5149
4712
Change -437